Crispy Chicken Taquitos with Lime Crema
Golden-fried flour tortilla rolls filled with seasoned shredded chicken, topped with tangy lime crema and fresh toppings. Ready in under 40 minutes with minimal hands-on time.
- Total time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 580
- Protein
- 34g
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 12 count flour tortillas (6-inch)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 count lime (juiced + zested)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 count jalapeño, minced
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
- 1 to taste salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Mix shredded chicken, cheddar, cumin, jalapeño, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
- 2
Combine sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, and 1/4 tsp salt in a small bowl. Stir until smooth.
- 3
Warm tortillas in the microwave (wrapped in a damp towel, 45 seconds) until pliable.
- 4
Lay a warm tortilla flat. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons filling down the center; roll tightly and place seam-side down.
- 5
Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling. Arrange taquitos on a plate seam-side down.
- 6
Heat oil in a large skillet to 350°F (or until a tortilla edge sizzles immediately on contact).
- 7
Working in two batches, fry taquitos seam-side first for 45 seconds, then roll to fry all sides until golden, ~2 minutes total.
- 8
Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt immediately while still hot.
- 9
Drizzle lime crema over taquitos. Serve immediately with salsa, diced onion, and cilantro if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch)
- candy/deep-fry thermometer
- paper towels
- small bowl
- chef's knife
- cutting board
- microwave-safe plate
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