Soy-Free Crispy Chicken Taquitos

Satisfy your craving for crunchy, flavorful finger food with these Soy-Free Crispy Chicken Taquitos, a crowd-pleasing recipe perfect for parties, game nights, or a family dinner. Shredded, perfectly seasoned chicken mingles with a blend of gooey cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, fresh cilantro, and green onions, all lovingly wrapped in warm corn tortillas and fried to golden perfection. This soy-free recipe brings bold, Southwestern-inspired flavors to your table, while remaining accessible for those with dietary restrictions. Quick to prepare, these crispy taquitos are best served fresh with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for a dipping experience that's simply irresistible. Perfectly portioned for six but easily scalable, this dish takes just 45 minutes from start to finish, making it a go-to for both weeknight ease and special occasions.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Corn tortillas
• 1 pound Chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Green onions, chopped
• 1 cup Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and heat until shimmering.

Step 3

Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, paprika, and chili powder.

Step 4

Cook the chicken in the skillet for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and juices run clear.

Step 5

Remove the chicken from the heat and shred using two forks.

Step 6

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, chopped cilantro, and green onions. Mix well.

Step 7

Warm the corn tortillas in the microwave or a dry skillet to make them pliable for rolling.

Step 8

Place about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture on each tortilla, roll tightly from edge to edge, and secure with a toothpick if needed.

Step 9

Fill a large, heavy-bottomed pot or pan with vegetable oil to about an inch depth and heat over medium-high heat.

Step 10

Once the oil is hot (around 350°F/175°C), carefully place a few taquitos seam side down in the oil. Do not overcrowd the pan.

Step 11

Fry each taquito for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.

Step 12

Remove the taquitos from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 13

Repeat the frying process for all remaining taquitos.

Step 14

Arrange the cooked taquitos on a baking sheet and place in the preheated oven for 5 minutes just to ensure they are warm and the cheese is fully melted.

Step 15

Serve immediately with your choice of salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1512.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4926.3

Total Fat 352.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 560.1mg	0%
Sodium 5066.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 271.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.1g	0%
Total Sugars 5.6g
Protein 204.9g	0%

Vitamin D 36IU	0%
Calcium 1605.8mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 2469.5mg	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: 62.5%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 21.4%