Spicy Chicken Al Pastor Taquitos

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Al Pastor Taquitos

Crisp on the outside, melty on the inside, and bursting with bold flavor in every bite, these Al Pastor Taquitos are a spicy-sweet spin on a comforting classic. Juicy rotisserie chicken gets tossed in Tenayo’s Spicy Al Pastor Barbecue Sauce, then mixed with pineapple juice, garlic, and herbs for an irresistible filling. Wrapped in warm corn tortillas with a layer of gooey cheese and pan-seared to golden perfection, these taquitos deliver the crunch, the heat, and the kind of flavor that keeps you coming back for more. Drizzle them with warm queso, scatter on some red onion and cilantro, and get ready for a next-level snack or weeknight dinner.

Why You’re Going to Love This Recipe

• Crispy, cheesy, and loaded with bold, spicy flavor
• Uses rotisserie chicken for a quick and easy shortcut
• The perfect blend of smoky, sweet, and tangy from the al pastor sauce
• Great for game day, entertaining, or a fun twist on taco night
• Ready in under 30 minutes with minimal prep

Ingredients
Corn tortillas
Mozzarella cheese or any cheese you prefer
Oil for cooking

Al Pastor Chicken Filling
Rotisserie chicken
Tenayo Spicy Al Pastor Barbecue Sauce
Red onion
Cilantro
Pineapple juice
Garlic
Oregano
Salt
Pepper

Garnish
Queso
Cilantro
Red onion

Al Pastor Chicken Filling
In a large bowl, add all the ingredients listed under Al Pastor Chicken Filling. Mix thoroughly and set aside.

Assemble
Wrap a stack of corn tortillas in damp paper towels and microwave for 10 to 12 seconds.
This will help make them more pliable and resistant to breaking when it’s time to stuff and roll.
To one of the warmed tortillas, add a layer of your favorite cheese. I went with mozzarella, but feel free to make a change.
Follow that with a few tablespoons of the al pastor chicken filling and top with more of the Tenayo Spicy Al Pastor Barbecue Sauce.
Roll up nice and tight, making sure the seam is facing down.
Repeat until all of the filling is used.
Add a few tablespoons of oil to a pan over medium heat.
Add a single layer of the taquitos, seam side down.
Cooking the seam side first will help keep the tortillas from unfolding.
After 1 to 2 minutes, rotate and cook until all sides are golden and crispy, about 4 to 6 minutes total.
Once all taquitos are nice and crispy, garnish with a drizzle of velvety queso, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
Serve immediately and enjoy.

Storage and Reheating
Store leftover taquitos in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
To reheat, place them in a skillet over medium heat or pop them in the oven or air fryer until warmed through and crispy again.
Avoid microwaving if you want to preserve that crispy texture.

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Spicy Al Pastor Taquitos

Crispy, cheesy, and unapologetically bold, these Al Pastor Taquitos are everything you crave in one irresistible bite. Juicy rotisserie chicken gets a fiery sweet makeover with Tenayo’s Spicy Al Pastor Barbecue Sauce, mingling with pineapple juice, herbs, and just the right kiss of garlic. Wrapped in warm corn tortillas with gooey melted mozzarella, then pan seared until golden and crisp, each taquito is finished with a luscious drizzle of warm queso, a sprinkle of red onion, and a pop of fresh cilantro. Whether you’re hosting a party or indulging in a weeknight treat, these taquitos will steal the show bite after craveable bite.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: al pastor, bbq chicken, taquitos
Author: kingcooks

Ingredients

  • 10-12 corn tortillas
  • 10-12 slices of mozzarella cheese or any cheese you prefer
  • Oil for cooking

Al Pastor Chicken Filling

  • 4 cup shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup Tenayo Spicy Al Pastor Barbecue Sauce
  • 1/4 cup red onion minced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice
  • 1 tsp garlic minced or paste
  • 1 tsp oregano dried
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Garnish

  • Queso warmed
  • Cilantro chopped
  • Red onion diced

Instructions

Al Pastor Chicken Filling

  • In a large bowl, add all the ingredients listed under “Al Pastor Chicken Filling.” Mix thoroughly and set aside.

Assemble

  • Wrap a stack of corn tortillas in damp paper towels and microwave for 10 to 12 seconds.
  • This will help make them more pliable and resistant to breaking when it’s time to stuff and roll.
  • To one of the warmed tortillas, add a layer of your favorite cheese. I went with mozzarella, but feel free to make a change.
  • Follow that with a few tablespoons of the al pastor chicken filling and top with more of the Tenayo Spicy Al Pastor.
  • Roll up nice and tight, making sure the seam is facing down.
  • Repeat until all of the filling is used.
  • Add a few tablespoons of oil to a pan over medium heat.
  • Add a single layer of the taquitos, seam side down.
  • Cooking the seam side first will help keep the tortillas from unfolding.
  • After 1 to 2 minutes, rotate and cook until all sides are golden and crispy, about 4 to 6 minutes total.
  • Once all taquitos are nice and crispy, garnish with a drizzle of velvety queso, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

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