Description
Discover how to make quick, delicious, gluten-free chicken taquitos with a flavorful filling, crispy golden exterior, and served with fresh toppings. Perfect for snack or main course, these taquitos are easy to prepare and full of vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
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tortillas
8 Cassava Flour Tortillas
Filling Ingredients
2 cups Shredded Chicken
1/2 cup Diced Bell Pepper
1/3 cup Diced Red Onion
1/4 cup Mayonnaise (Primal Kitchen avocado oil mayo recommended)
3 Tablespoons Lime Juice (fresh squeezed)
2 Tablespoons Chopped Cilantro
1 Teaspoon Chili Powder
1/2 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
1/2 Teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: Add all filling ingredients into a large bowl. Mix together thoroughly using a stiff spatula or spoon to combine flavors well.
- Warm the tortillas: Place two tortillas at a time between a damp paper towel and microwave for 15-20 seconds to keep them flexible and prevent tearing.
- Fill the tortillas: Spoon a large amount of chicken filling onto each warmed tortilla. Tightly roll each tortilla to enclose the filling and prevent spillouts.
- Cook the taquitos: Preheat a cast iron or nonstick skillet over medium heat. Lightly spray with avocado or olive oil. Place the rolled taquitos seam-side down in the skillet.
- Flip and brown: Cook for about 5 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown. Carefully flip and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until both sides are crispy and golden.
- Serve: Serve the taquitos hot over a bed of fresh romaine lettuce with guacamole and salsa for a complete meal.
Notes
- Using warm tortillas helps prevent tearing when rolling.
- Feel free to add other spices or cheese to customize flavor.
- For extra crunch, brush the taquitos with a little oil before the final flip.
- Serve immediately for the best crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito (roughly 50g)
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
