Chicken Taquitos have become our solution to bringing tacos on the go. These delightful snacks are not only incredibly easy to prepare but also perfect for packing up for various occasions such as sports events, road trips, or sunny picnics in the park. Each taquito is a burst of freshness, featuring a delightful hint of spice and an irresistible cheesy filling that everyone loves. Prepared with soft, fresh corn tortillas and perfectly pressure-canned Chicken, they offer a homemade touch that brings excitement to any outing.
What makes these Taquitos Healthy?
This recipe for Chicken taquitos is prepared using all natural ingredients. There are zero preservatives or food additives. By using this recipe, you will know you are preparing and serving the highest quality taquitos. In contrast, store bought, prepared taquitos often contain a long list of ingredients, including preservatives and food additives. In addition, they are pre-fried in vegetable oil.
What is an authentic Taquito? These delightful bites, often referred to as flautas, are rolled-up “little tacos”. Taquitos have become a cherished street food in Mexico for over a century. Their portable nature and ease of consumption make them ideal for eating on the go.
Traditionally, taquitos are deep-fried in vegetable oil or lard. This is what gives them that classic crispy texture. However, for those looking for a lighter option, they can also be baked. Baked taquitos still have a deliciously crispy tortilla, without the extra grease.
Preparation, Servings, and Storage
Chicken taquitos are simple and quick to prepare with a fresh batch of corn tortillas on hand. In as little as 45 minutes, you can have 16 cheesy, spicy taquitos. They are a perfect dinner along with flavorful Mexican Rice, and creamy refried beans. If there are any leftovers, they can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. When it’s time to enjoy them again, you can reheat them in the microwave for about 3 minutes, or for an even crispier texture, place them in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
Baked Chicken Taquitos
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Ingredients
- 16 corn tortillas
- 2 lbs Shredded Chicken
- 3 tbsp Taco seasoning
- 2 Jalapeños, diced
- 1/4 cup White onion, minced
- 1/4 cup Cilantro, finely chopped
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 2 cups Pepperjack, shredded
- Olive oil (spray or brush on)
Instructions
- In a large cast iron skillet on medium low, combine shredded chicken and taco seasoning.
- Add diced jalapeños, diced onions, and cream cheese.
- Heat through so that all the ingredients combine into a creamy chicken filling. Remove from the heat and stir in the pepperjack cheese.
- Preheat the oven to 425℉ on convection heat, if possible.
- Place one corn tortilla on a flat surface and spread 2 tablespoons of filling down the middle of the tortilla. Tightly roll the tortilla and place the taquito into a 13x9 baking dish. Continue until all the filling is used, approximately 16 taquitos.
- Using an olive oil spray or pastry brush, generously coat the outside of the tortilla with oil.
- Bake the taquitos for 25-30 minutes, or until browning and crispy on the outside.
- Serve immediately with salsa, guacamole, pico de gallo, and mexican crema.
- These taquitos are best served immediately, but can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave for 2 minutes or in a 350℉ oven for 10 minutes.
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