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Freezer-Friendly Keto Chicken Taquitos

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 6 low carb tortillas
  • 8 oz canned diced green chilies mild
  • 1/2 sweet yellow onion
  • 1 lb chicken breast cooked from raw (about 12 oz), shredded
  • 1 c sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 6 oz cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp oil of choice
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 420 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Shred cooked chicken breast.
  • In a large skillet, add oil and heat on medium-high heat.
  • Drain water from green chilies.
  • Add chopped onion and green chilies to skillet. Cook until onions are translucent.
  • Add to the chicken breast to skillet. Stir frequently.
  • Add spices to skillet. Stir frequently.
  • Add cream cheese and stir to combine. Cook about 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Optional- warm tortillas on the stove to prevent breakage.
  • Add equal parts of the chicken mixture to all 6 tortillas. Tip: before rolling everything into a taquito, shape and mold the chicken together to the length of the tortilla. (And yes, they should look like little turds.)
  • Roll into taquitos and place them on a lightly greased baking sheet.
  • Cook in the oven for 10-15 minutes, or until slightly hard.
  • Enjoy! (Or read directions below on how to freeze!)

How to freeze

  • Allow taquitos to cool down a bit.
  • Transfer taquitos to a plate/sheet that will fit in the freezer. Make sure your taquitos are not touching each other.
  • Allow taquitos to freeze about 2 hours (or until frozen).
  • Once they are individually frozen, you may transfer to a large freezer bag.

How to heat from frozen:

  • Wrap taquito in a paper towel, place on a microwave-safe place.
  • Microwave for 1 minute, (1.5 minutes for two).
  • Turn taquito over, microwave for another minute.
  • Enjoy!

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