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Crispy Green Chile Chicken Taquitos: A Must-Try Recipe!

Crispy Green Chile Chicken Taquitos are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack, filled with shredded chicken, cheese, and green chiles, then baked to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup canned green chiles drained
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • Cooking oil for frying

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Monterey Jack cheese, green chiles, cilantro, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  2. Heat a small amount of cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat. Lightly fry each corn tortilla for about 15-20 seconds on each side until they are pliable. Remove and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  4. Take a tortilla and spoon about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto one end. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and place seam-side down on a baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  5. Lightly spray the taquitos with cooking spray or brush with a little oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden and crispy.
  6. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces, such as salsa or guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1taquitoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 24gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños to the chicken mixture.
  • To make these taquitos healthier, consider baking them instead of frying. Just spray them lightly with oil before baking for a crispy texture.

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