Description
Indulge in the delightful crunch of Chicken Taquitos with Queso, a perfect treat for any occasion! These crispy taquitos are filled with a creamy mixture of shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and zesty tomatoes with chilies, ensuring every bite bursts with flavor. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply looking for a satisfying snack, this easy recipe can be prepared in just 30 minutes. Serve them as an appetizer or pair with queso and refried beans for a hearty meal that’s sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded)
- 10 oz Red Gold Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 8 tortillas (flour or corn)
- ½ cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, diced tomatoes with chilies, and cream cheese. Mix until well combined.
- Spoon about 1/4 cup of the filling onto each tortilla. Roll tightly to form taquitos.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-low heat until shimmering.
- Carefully add taquitos to the skillet and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from skillet and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers & Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg