Description
These Crispy Chicken Taquitos are a delightful Mexican-inspired appetizer featuring tender shredded chicken mixed with creamy cheeses and spices, all wrapped in small flour tortillas and fried to golden perfection. Perfectly crunchy on the outside and savory on the inside, they make a delicious snack or party dish served with your favorite toppings like salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Assembly
- 10 small flour tortillas
Frying
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 1 inch deep)
Optional Toppings
- Salsa
- Guacamole
- Sour cream
- Chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, and sour cream. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well blended into a creamy filling.
- Season the mixture: Add garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the chicken-cheese mixture. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices throughout.
- Fill the tortillas: Lay one small flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon approximately 2 to 3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto the lower third portion of the tortilla.
- Roll the taquitos: Tightly roll the tortilla around the filling to form a small cylinder. Make sure the filling is secure inside. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Heat the oil: Pour vegetable oil into a large skillet so it is about 1 inch deep. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking, suitable for frying.
- Fry the taquitos: Carefully place several taquitos seam-side down in the hot oil. Fry them for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Drain excess oil: Remove the fried taquitos from the skillet using a slotted spoon or tongs and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Continue frying the remaining taquitos similarly.
- Serve: Serve the taquitos warm with optional toppings such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and chopped cilantro for added flavor and freshness.
Notes
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to get a crispy texture without absorbing excess oil.
- Use small flour tortillas to keep taquitos compact and easy to roll.
- You can substitute cooked shredded chicken with rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- For a healthier option, bake taquitos at 425°F (220°C) for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through, instead of frying.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, adding more chili powder or cumin for extra spice.
