Easy Gluten Free Chicken Taquitos Recipe - Fresh Water Peaches (2024)

Gluten-Free Chicken Taquitos are a simple and easy weeknight meal! Each tortilla is tightly rolled with a flavorful filling, fried on a cast iron skillet, and served with fresh guacamole and salsa.

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Why You'll Love This Recipe

Easy

You will love how quick and easy this homemade taquito recipe comes together! Just mix the filling, stuff the tortillas, and cook on a cast iron skillet until golden brown.

It's the perfect weeknight meal for days you're short on time!

Healthy

Traditional taquitos are made with corn tortillas and cheese, but this recipe is made without grains, dairy, or gluten. This recipe is filled with healthy ingredients like red onion, bell pepper, and cilantro!

It's a great option for anyone with celiac disease, food sensitivities, or on a Paleo Diet.

To keep them on the healthier side, I also opted to cook the taquitos with a light spray of avocado oil on a cast iron skillet instead of frying them in a pan of oil. (You could try baking or air frying them too!)

Versatile

I love that this recipe can be enjoyed as a main meal or as a delicious appetizer! It's great for summer picnics or game day parties. See the serving suggestions section on how to make it a complete meal.

🍴Ingredient Notes

• Shredded Chicken - You'll need 1-2 pieces of poached chicken breast or use rotisserie chicken to save time!
• Diced Bell Pepper - Any color bell pepper will work with this recipe.
• Diced Red Onion - I would not recommend swapping for any other type of onion.
• Mayo- I used Primal Kitchen avocado oil mayo, but any mayo will work.
• Lime Juice- Fresh squeezed is best!
• Seasoning - You'll need a mix of chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Feel free to add in a little cayenne pepper for an extra kick of spice!
• Fresh Cilantro - Freshly chopped cilantro gives this dish a light and fresh flavor! Save some to sprinkle on top as garnish.

Recipe Variations

• Add buffalo sauce the filling to make buffalo chicken taquitos.
• Fold dairy-free cheddar cheese into the filling to give the taquitos an added layer of flavor.
• Use fresh corn tortillas if you're not grain-free!
• Swap the chicken for shredded beef to change up the flavor profile.
• Cook the chicken breast with your favorite taco seasoning to give it a boost of flavor.

🍴Step by Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Filling

Start by adding all filling ingredients into a large bowl. Mix together with a stiff spatula or spoon.

Step 2: Pre-heat the Skillet

Place a cast iron skillet or nonstick skillet on a medium heat burner. Spray with avocado oil, coconut oil, or olive oil to prevent sticking. (It's important to preheat the skillet.)

Step 3: Prepare the Tortillas

Heat tortillas two at a time in the microwave on a damp paper towel for about 15-20 seconds. (This will prevent them from breaking and ripping when you fold them.)

Step 4: Fill Tortillas

Fill each warm tortilla with a large spoonful the chicken filling. Tightly roll the tortilla up so the filling does not spill out the side.

Step 5: Cook Chicken Taquitos

Repeat the process until all tortillas are cooking on the skillet. Flip after about 5 minutes or when they're golden brown. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes or until both sides are golden brown.

Step 6: Serve Taquitos

Serve over a bed of fresh romaine lettuce with guacamole and salsa.

Expert Tips

• Use a veggie chopper to make perfectly cut vegetables! It also saves time.
• To easily shred the chicken, use a hand mixer.
• Lightly coat the pan with avocado oil, olive oil, or coconut oil. You do not need to deep fry the taquitos. I like using Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil Spray!
• To prevent the tortillas from cracking, heat in the microwave on a paper towel for about 15-20 seconds before adding the filling.
• Do not cook the tortillas on too high of a heat or the wraps will burn.
• Place the tortillas on the skillet in a single layer so each side can get cooked evenly. A 12-inch pan will fit all 8 tortillas. (6 across and one on the top and bottom.)

Serving Suggestions

Typically, I serve my homemade taquitos as a main meal with chopped romaine lettuce or iceberg lettuce with a side of guacamole and salsa.

Garnish with chopped cilantro, pico de gallo, and lime wedges. You can even add a drizzle of your favorite hot sauce for an extra kick of spice!

Sides

• Refried Beans
• Mexican Rice
• Black Beans
• Mexican Street Corn
• Cilantro Rice
• Peach Salsa!

Dessert

• Dairy-Free Coconut Ice Cream Bars
• Pineapple Sorbet
• Lime Sorbet
• Lemon Sorbet!

Frequently Asked Questions

How to store leftovers

Leftover taquitos should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 2-3 day.

To reheat, I suggest using an air fryer so they do not get soggy, but a microwave will work too!

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