Cheesy Chicken Taquitos
These Cheesy Chicken Taquitos are the ultimate crispy, cheesy, flavor-loaded bite—perfect for game days, backyard parties or anytime you need a crowd-pleasing snack. Stuffed with tender shredded chicken, melty Monterey Jack, creamy Hiland cream cheese, and just the right amount of spicy kick from green chiles, these taquitos are rolled up, fried to golden perfection, and served with zesty Hiland Jalapeño Fiesta Dip for maximum indulgence.
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Prep Time
20 Minutes -
Cook Time
25 Minutes -
Servings
15
Ingredients
- 15 corn tortillas (about 6 inches)
- 1½ cups shredded cooked chicken
- 4 oz Hiland Cream Cheese, room temperature
- 4 oz (about 1 cup) shredded Monterey jack cheese
- 3 Tablespoons canned diced green chiles
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Kosher salt to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Hiland Jalapeño Fiesta Dip for serving
- Favorite toppings to garnish (suggested: lettuce, pico de gallo and crumbled cotija cheese)
Directions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, diced green chiles, paprika, garlic powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly until fully combined.
- Heat about 1.5 inches of vegetable oil in a large cast iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until the oil reaches 350°F. Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature.
- Working with 2-3 tortillas at a time, briefly place them in the hot oil for about 5-10 seconds just to soften (they shouldn’t be at all crispy). Transfer to a paper towel-lined tray to drain excess oil.
- Turn off the heat while assembling the taquitos to prevent the oil from overheating.
- Place 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture slightly off-center on each tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam-side down on a wire rack-lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
- Return the oil to 350°F. Working in batches, fry the taquitos for 6-8 minutes total, turning occasionally, until deeply golden brown and crispy on all sides. Transfer to the wire rack and sprinkle lightly with salt.
- Serve immediately, smothered with Hiland Jalapeño Fiesta Dip and your favorite toppings.
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