By Anonymous Pancetta
Instant Pot Cheesy Chicken Taquitos
18 steps
Prep:10minCook:20min
These crispy and flavorful chicken taquitos are packed with protein and melty cheese, making them a perfect and fun meal for a child. The Instant Pot makes them quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes.
Updated at: Wed, 06 Dec 2023 22:36:33 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
35
Low
Glycemic Load
28
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories2096.7 kcal (105%)
Total Fat174.8 g (250%)
Carbs79.6 g (31%)
Sugars27.7 g (31%)
Protein56.9 g (114%)
Sodium942.4 mg (47%)
Fiber2.5 g (9%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
1 servings
For the chicken:
0.25 poundboneless skinless chicken breast
cut into bite-sized pieces
¼ teaspoontaco seasoning
¼ teaspoonchili powder
salt
pepper
For the filling:
¼ cupshredded cheese
dairy or non-dairy, nut-free
1 tablespoonsalsa
nut-free
1 tablespoongreen onions
chopped
For the tortillas:
For the dipping sauce (optional):
Instructions
Step 1
Wash and chop the green onions (if using).
Step 2
Grate the cheese if not pre-shredded.
Step 3
Season the chicken with taco seasoning, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
Step 4
Add the chicken to the Instant Pot.
Step 5
Add 1/2 cup of water to the Instant Pot.
Step 6
Close the lid and set the valve to "sealing."
Step 7
Cook on Manual High Pressure for 5 minutes.
Step 8
Allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes, then release any remaining pressure manually.
Step 9
While the chicken is cooking, mix the shredded cheese, salsa, and green onions (if using) in a small bowl.
Step 10
Shred the cooked chicken with two forks.
Step 11
Spread 1/2 of the cheese mixture evenly on each tortilla.
Step 12
Top with the shredded chicken.
Step 13
Roll the tortillas tightly and secure with toothpicks (optional).
Step 14
Heat the avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Step 15
Add the taquitos to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Step 16
Remove the toothpicks from the taquitos.
Step 17
Cut the taquitos into bite-sized pieces.
Step 18
Serve with the sour cream salsa dipping sauce (if using) or your child's favorite dipping sauce.
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