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Easy Gluten-Free Chicken Taquitos Recipe

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This Easy Gluten-Free Chicken Taquitos recipe offers a quick and delicious way to enjoy crispy, flavorful taquitos made with cassava flour tortillas filled with seasoned shredded chicken, bell pepper, and red onion. Perfectly cooked in a skillet for a golden, crunchy exterior, these taquitos are a satisfying meal or snack, served best with fresh romaine, guacamole, and salsa.

Ingredients

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Taquito Filling

  • 2 Cups Shredded Chicken
  • 1/2 Cup Diced Bell Pepper
  • 1/3 Cup Diced Red Onion
  • 1/4 Cup Mayonnaise (preferably avocado oil mayo, e.g., Primal Kitchen)
  • 3 Tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice
  • 2 Tablespoons Chopped Cilantro
  • 1 Teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Salt

Tortillas

  • 8 Cassava Flour Tortillas (recommended brands: Siete Foods or Rise & Puff)
  • Avocado oil or Olive oil spray (for skillet)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, diced bell pepper, diced red onion, mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, chopped cilantro, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly using a stiff spatula or spoon to evenly distribute the flavors.
  2. Preheat the Skillet: Place a cast iron or nonstick skillet on medium heat on the stovetop. Lightly spray with avocado or olive oil to prevent sticking. Preheating the skillet is important to achieve a golden, crispy texture.
  3. Warm the Tortillas: Warm two tortillas at a time on a damp paper towel in the microwave for 15-20 seconds. This step softens the tortillas making them pliable and less likely to crack or tear when rolling.
  4. Assemble the Taquitos: Spoon a generous amount of the chicken filling onto each warm tortilla. Tightly roll the tortilla around the filling to secure it and prevent spilling.
  5. Cook the Taquitos: Place rolled taquitos seam-side down onto the preheated skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes or until the bottom is golden brown, then carefully flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes until both sides are crisp and evenly browned.
  6. Serve: Serve the hot taquitos on a bed of fresh romaine lettuce accompanied by guacamole and salsa for an extra burst of flavor.

Notes

  • Using cassava flour tortillas ensures the recipe is gluten-free.
  • Preheating the skillet is essential for crispy, evenly cooked taquitos.
  • Warming tortillas before rolling prevents cracking and breaking.
  • Serve immediately for best texture; leftovers can be reheated in a skillet.
  • Customize filling by adding cheese, jalapeños, or your favorite seasonings if desired.

Keywords: gluten-free chicken taquitos, cassava flour tortillas, easy taquitos, skillet chicken taquitos, Mexican snack, healthy taquitos

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