Chicken Taquitos with Queso
Crispy chicken taquitos filled with a creamy cheese and tomato mixture, fried to golden perfection. Ideal for appetizers or snacks with flavorful Mexican influences.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 skillet
- 1 paper towels for draining
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese room temperature
- 8 flour or corn tortillas
- ½ cup vegetable oil for frying
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and diced tomatoes until well mixed.
- Place about ¼ cup of the filling on each tortilla and roll tightly to form taquitos, sealing them well.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-low heat until hot.
- Fry the taquitos for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
- Use flour tortillas for softer taquitos or corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
- Monitor oil temperature to avoid burning the taquitos.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat by baking for crispiness.