Best 3 Spicy Chicken Taquitos Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Spicy chicken taquitos are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course that is sure to please everyone at your table. Made with simple ingredients and packed with bold, zesty flavors, these crispy rolled-up treats are perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a big party. Whether you prefer traditional or something a bit more unique, there's a spicy chicken taquito recipe out there for every taste.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SPICY CHICKEN TAQUITOS



Spicy Chicken Taquitos image

Basic chicken taquitos with a little bit of spice. Quick and easy appetizer or main dish.

Provided by lefread

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, shredded
½ cup shredded pepper Jack cheese, divided
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tapatio®)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
½ tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
8 (6 inch) flour tortillas
6 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tapatio®)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Combine shredded chicken, 1/2 of the pepper Jack cheese, Cheddar cheese, 2 tablespoons sour cream, 1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce, cilantro, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, and onion powder in a medium bowl; mix well.
  • Place equal amounts of filling onto each tortilla, roll tightly to close, and place seam-side down onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Turn taquitos over, sprinkle with remaining pepper Jack cheese, and bake until cheese is melted and taquitos are crispy, about 5 more minutes.
  • While taquitos are baking, mix sour cream and hot pepper sauce together in a small bowl for dipping sauce. Serve with taquitos.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.7 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 74.3 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 781.7 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

CHICKEN TAQUITOS



Chicken Taquitos image

Smoked cheese and green salsa give these crispy chicken taquitos that extra yum! Thinner corn tortillas will work the best. If you can't find the smoked cheese blend in your area, try using regular smoked Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese.

Provided by HeidiS

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Spicy

Time 50m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cooked and shredded
1 ½ cups shredded smoked Cheddar and Swiss cheese blend
1 (7 ounce) can green salsa
1 cup chopped onion
20 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 quart peanut oil for frying, or as needed
1 cup sour cream
1 cup chunky salsa
1 cup guacamole

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, cheese, green salsa, and onion. Spoon about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the mixture onto tortillas, or enough so that when rolled up, each one is about 1 inch wide. Filling should not come to close to the ends, or it will fall out. Secure rolls with toothpicks.
  • Fry rolls 4 or 5 at a time so there is enough room between them for even cooking. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until golden brown. Once they float, I leave them in for about another minute. If the taquitos are not crisp when cool, you haven't cooked them long enough. Drain on paper towels. Serve with sour cream, salsa and guacamole for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 32.4 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 207.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

TRADITIONAL MEXICAN CHICKEN TAQUITOS



Traditional Mexican Chicken Taquitos image

Crunchy taquitos make a wonderful snack. These crispy tubes are filled with a spicy chicken mixture. Serve them with some creamy guacamole to counteract the spicy kick.

Provided by Daniel H.

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 40m

Yield 4 Appetise, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
12 corn tortillas
1 cup chopped fresh tomato
3 tablespoons cooking oil
1 onion, diced
2 bell peppers, diced
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon dried oregano
salt

Steps:

  • Put the chicken breasts in a 4-quart pan, add salt and water, and loosely cover. Bring to the boil then simmer gently for an hour.
  • Drain, saving the broth. Set the chicken aside to cool then chop into small pieces.
  • Add the oil to the same pot and sauté the bell peppers and onion until tender. Add the chicken to the pan and cook until warmed through.
  • Blend the tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, garlic, and oregano in a blender and add this mixture to the pan, as well as 2 cups of the broth. Bring to the boil, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Add salt to taste.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet and cook the tortillas one at a time until they are soft. This takes about 5 seconds per tortilla. Drain well. Strain the liquid from the chicken and put a tablespoon of chicken in the middle of each tortilla.
  • Roll the tortilla around the chicken to make a flute shape. Use toothpicks to hold the shape. Repeat with the rest of the tortillas and fry them in batches for a couple of minutes or until they hold their shape without the toothpicks.
  • Remove the toothpicks and serve three taquitos on each plate with guacamole for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.2, Fat 15, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 37.8, Sodium 205.6, Carbohydrate 43.1, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 4.9, Protein 18.9

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the chicken and vegetables by hand.
  • Be sure to season the chicken and vegetables well.
  • Don't overfill the taquitos, or they will be difficult to roll.
  • If you are using a deep fryer, be sure to heat the oil to the correct temperature before frying the taquitos.
  • Serve the taquitos with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Spicy Chicken Taquitos are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or game day gatherings. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for something quick and easy to make, give Spicy Chicken Taquitos a try!

Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

Related Topics