Keto Crispy Chicken Taquitos

Indulge in the ultimate guilt-free comfort food with these Keto Crispy Chicken Taquitos, a low-carb twist on a classic favorite that's perfect for satisfying cravings while sticking to your diet goals. Packed with a creamy, spiced filling of shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and jalapeño, these taquitos are wrapped in low-carb tortillas, pan-fried to golden perfection, and finished in the oven for an irresistible crunch. Flavored with a bold blend of garlic, onion, cumin, and pepper, they deliver the perfect balance of smoky heat in every bite. Ideal for keto enthusiasts and busy cooks alike, this 30-minute recipe comes together quickly and pairs wonderfully with sour cream or salsa for dipping. Whether you're serving these for dinner, an appetizer, or a game-day snack, these crispy keto taquitos are sure to be a hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 medium jalapeño, finely chopped
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 8 low-carb tortilla wraps
• 2 tbsp coconut oil or avocado oil
• 0 sour cream for serving (optional)
• 0 salsa for serving (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, jalapeño, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.

Step 3

Place a tortilla wrap on a flat surface and spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto the lower third of the tortilla.

Step 4

Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling to form a taquito and secure it with a toothpick if necessary.

Step 5

Repeat the filling and rolling process with the remaining tortillas and chicken mixture.

Step 6

In a large skillet, heat the coconut or avocado oil over medium-high heat.

Step 7

Once the oil is hot, carefully add the taquitos to the skillet seam side down and fry them until golden and crispy, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.

Step 8

Transfer the browned taquitos to the prepared baking sheet and remove any toothpicks.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for an additional 5 minutes to ensure the filling is hot and the taquitos are fully crispy.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a couple of minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve with sour cream and salsa on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1173.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2556.4

Total Fat 151.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 667.2mg	0%
Sodium 4498.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.3g	0%
Total Sugars 8.7g
Protein 227.3g	0%

Vitamin D 5.6IU	0%
Calcium 1473.6mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 2142.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.8%

Protein: 36.0%

Carbs: 10.2%