Description
Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, these Chicken Taquitos are filled with seasoned shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, salsa, and cheese. They can be baked, pan-fried, or air-fried for a healthier twist on a crowd-pleasing favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
- ⅓ cup chunky salsa
- ⅓ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup freshly shredded Monterey Jack, cheddar, or Mexican blend cheese
- 6 (6-inch) flour or corn tortillas
- Olive oil spray or nonstick cooking spray, or oil (if frying)
- Optional toppings: Greek yogurt or sour cream (thinned with a little milk), chopped fresh cilantro, guacamole, diced tomatoes, or additional salsa
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, salsa, Greek yogurt, salt, garlic powder, cumin, and chili powder. Fold in the shredded cheese.
- If using corn tortillas, warm them in a nonstick skillet over medium heat for 15 to 30 seconds per side until pliable. (No need to heat flour tortillas.)
- Working with one tortilla at a time, place about one-sixth of the mixture down the center. Roll tightly and place seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Secure with a toothpick if necessary.
- Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
- To Bake: Preheat oven to 425°F. Lightly mist the tops of the taquitos with cooking spray. Bake for 14 to 18 minutes, until golden and crispy.
- To Pan Fry: Heat 1½ inches of fry oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Once hot, fry the taquitos in small batches for a few seconds per side until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- To Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 380°F. Arrange taquitos in a single layer, seam-side down. Mist with spray and cook for 8 to 12 minutes until crisp.
- Serve hot with desired toppings.
Notes
- To store: Place in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- To reheat: Use a 400ºF oven or 350ºF air fryer until heated through. Microwave works but will soften the exterior.
- To freeze: Freeze in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Frying, Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito
- Calories: 253
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 52mg
