There’s something about game day that brings out the snacking MVPs, and taquitos are always a top draft pick. Super Bowl taquitos are the perfect finger food – crispy, handheld, and packed with flavor. Whether you’re making them from scratch or heating up a batch in the oven, these rolled-up bites of deliciousness are guaranteed to be gone before halftime.
What makes taquitos ideal for Super Bowl Sunday is their versatility. You can fill them with seasoned shredded chicken, spicy beef, cheesy beans, or even a veggie mix if you’re catering to different tastes. Roll them in corn tortillas, fry or bake until golden and crispy, and you’ve got a snack that’s crunchy on the outside and warm and satisfying on the inside.
They’re easy to prep ahead, which is a lifesaver when you’re expecting a crowd. Make a big batch the day before and reheat right before kickoff. Serve with a variety of dips – guacamole, salsa, sour cream, or queso, and you’ve instantly elevated your snack table.
Taquitos also play well with other classic game day fare. Pair them with nachos, sliders, wings, and chili for a lineup that keeps everyone cheering no matter what team they’re rooting for. And if you want to go the extra yard, set up a DIY taquito bar where guests can customize their own with different toppings and sauces.
Super Bowl taquitos are more than just a snack, they’re a game day tradition waiting to happen. Crispy, flavorful, and endlessly customizable, they’re a guaranteed touchdown for your party spread.
Ingredients
- 12 corn tortillas small
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup onions diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- 1 jalapeño seeded and diced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, diced onions, chopped cilantro, jalapeno, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium-high heat for about 10 seconds on each side. This will make them more pliable and easier to roll.
- Place about 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, spreading it out in a line down the center. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and secure with a toothpick. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 375°F (190°C). Carefully place the taquitos in the hot oil, seam side down. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden and crispy. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve the taquitos warm with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for dipping.
Nutrition
Why use corn tortillas? They get soggy so quick. Flour are better!
Tortillas were too hard to roll. I ended up breaking them.
Taquitos? This is not very healthy with all that frying, just saying. 😒
I get your point, but it’s Super Bowl snacks! They’re meant to be delicious and sometimes indulgent! 😋
Super easy! I love how crispy they get. Will be making these again!
I added a bit of garlic for flavor, turned out great!
Garlic? Really? I think that’d over power the chicken. Just my opinion though!
Garlic sounds like a good twist! I usually just go plain, but I might give it a shot next time.
Yummm! Easy and delish. I made them like twice already!
So glad you enjoyed them! They’re a hit at my parties too! 🎉
I tried it, but my tortillas broke when I tried to roll them. What did I do wrong?
I don’t know, the chicken mixture was kinda bland for me. Maybe add more spice?
I dunno, I think it’s too much chicken for taquitos. Prefer more cheese!
These taquitos are a game changer! I made them for the Super Bowl party and they were a hit!!
So glad to hear they were a hit! I tried them too and everyone loved them! Perfect for parties.
These taquitos were a hit at my Super Bowl party! Everyone loved them!
Yum! Just like my mama used to make, but I added some extra cheese on top. 😋
Extra cheese? Genius! Cheese makes everything better. Can’t wait to try it! 🧀
Fryed em too long and they burnt… my bad! But still tasted good.
wow, easy to make! gonna make for dinner next week!