Chorizo Taquitos

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 0

Crispy and flavorful Chorizo Taquitos recipe

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 package beef chorizo sausage , bulk , casing removed
	1 cup medium chunky salsa , drained
	1 cup mild cheddar cheese , shredded
	6 -8 large flour tortillas
	guacamole ( optional )
	sour cream ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

380

Sugar

Fat

27g

Chorizo Taquitos are a Mexican-inspired appetizer that can be made quickly and easily. These crispy and flavorful taquitos are filled with a spicy and cheesy mixture of beef chorizo sausage, chunks of salsa and shredded cheddar cheese. The taquitos are rolled tightly and baked until crispy and golden brown. They are served with optional guacamole and sour cream for dipping and are perfect for game day or party appetizers.

Instructions

1.	In a skillet, brown the chorizo sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
2.	Once the chorizo is cooked through, remove from heat and stir in the drained salsa and shredded cheddar cheese.
3.	Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
4.	Working with one tortilla at a time, spoon a few tablespoons of the chorizo filling onto the center of the tortilla.
5.	Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling, placing it seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
6.	Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling until all six to eight taquitos are formed.
7.	Bake the taquitos for 20-25 minutes, or until the tortillas are crispy and slightly golden brown.
8.	Serve with guacamole and/or sour cream, if desired.

PROS

Loaded with spicy and cheesy chorizo filling, these taquitos are a crowd-pleaser.

Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, they are perfect for any game day or party appetizer.

CONS

Due to the cheese and chorizo filling, these taquitos are high in calories and fat.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the healthiest option, these taquitos do provide a good amount of protein from the chorizo sausage.
Chorizo also contains iron, vitamin B12, and zinc, which are essential nutrients for overall health.
Salsa, which is used in the filling, is also a good source of vitamins and can help boost immunity.