Weight Watchers Chicken Taquitos

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Weight Watchers Chicken Taquitos are a tasty and fulfilling dish. These baked taquitos are filled with chicken (skinless), cheese, and seasonings. It is the easiest and according to the Weight Watchers recipe. Additionally, Weight Watchers Chicken Taquitos are an excellent source of fiber and protein. Lean protein comes from the chicken breast, and minerals & fiber come from the whole wheat tortillas. They are a fantastic choice for any person searching for a nutritious upper beverage, as they are also low in calories (140 kcals) and fat (3 g). So, if you are hunting for a protein-rich (20 grams) dish, you should give it a try.

Step-by-step guidance is discussed below.

STATS

  • Course: Main dish
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Total Time Required: 27 to 28 minutes
  • Preparation Time: Fourteen minutes
  • Cooking Time: 13 to 16 minutes
  • Servings: 6 to 8 Taquitos
  • Method: Oven

EQUIPMENT

  • One fork
  • Baking tray
  • One mixing bowl
  • Wide surface plate
  • Oven
  • 1 spoon
  • Silicone brush
  • Platter

INGREDIENTS

  • One pound of boneless cooked chicken breast, skinless
  • Shredded reduced-fat cheese 1/2 cup
  • Chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 cup
  • A hint of black pepper (powder)
  • One tbsp of lime juice
  • Cumin 1 tsp
  • Half a tsp of chili powder
  • Salt, add according to taste
  • Whole wheat tortillas, 6 to 8
  • Cooking spray

INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR ALTERNATIVES

Chicken:

  • Choose a chicken breast that is skinless and boneless for the lowest SmartPoints value. You can use shredded rotisserie chicken.

Cheese:

  • Reduce the total fat and points by choosing cheese that is reduced in fat, such as Cheddar or mozzarella, etc.

Tortillas:

  • Use good-quality whole wheat tortillas. Corn tortillas are lower in SmartPoints and calories than flour tortillas.

Seasoning:

  • Utilize low-point seasonings such as chili powder, garlic powder, etc. Incorporate other seasonings such as taco seasoning, onion powder, etc, into the taquitos.

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. We will preheat the empty oven to 400 degrees F to make these tasty taquitos.
  2. Next, shred the cooked chicken breast into tiny pieces with a fork.
  3. Then, add reduced-fat cheese, salt, chili powder, lime juice, cilantro, black pepper, and shredded chicken to a bowl.
  4. With a spoon, we will mix all ingredients.
  5. After that, arrange the tortillas on a wide surface plate.
  6. Next, fill each tortilla with one tablespoon of chicken mixture.
  7. After filling, tightly wrap the tortillas to prevent the mixture from falling.
  8. Then, spray cooking spray over the baking tray.
  9. Now, place the tortillas on the tray in a line.
  10. Again, brush the tortillas with oil or cooking spray.
  11. Simmer for 13 to 16 minutes or until the outer side of the tortillas is golden yellow.
  12. The yummy and cheesy Weight Watchers Chicken Taquitos are prepared.
  13. Transfer the warmed baked taquitos to a platter and savor their tastes with any sauce.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

  • Accompany these taquitos with roasted red pepper dip or fresh tomato salsa.
  • Enjoy it with Mexican street corn salad and a side of spinach rice.
  • Zucchini corn fritters or spicy roasted sweet potatoes go well with these taquitos.
  • Pair this dish with Weight Watchers-friendly queso dip.
  • Serve it with avocado tomato salad.
  • Watermelon lime agua fresca or hydrating cucumber mint sparkling water pairs well with this dish.

TIPS

  • Choose skinless chicken breast to make these taquitos.
  • Measure all fillings, especially cheese, to correctly calculate the SmartPoints.
  • Reheat the whole wheat tortillas in the microwave to avoid splitting during rolling.
  • Utilize a moderate amount of chicken filling in each tortilla for easy rolling and less bursting.
  • Fill the tortillas with different sorts of low-point vegetables.

STORAGE INFORMATION

Fridge:

  • Shift the baked chicken taquitos to a plastic bowl covered with a lid and refrigerate them for more than 4 to 6 days.

Freezer:

  • You can freeze these taquitos for a longer time. Add baked and cooled taquitos in a single row on a baking sheet and freeze until firm. Then, store them in a freezer-safe box for sixty days.

Reheating:

  • Frozen taquitos can be rewarmed in an oven.

FAQs

What other fillings are used besides cooked chicken?

  • Use beans, vegetables, low-fat cheese, or lean proteins such as beef instead of chicken.

Which kind of tortillas are good for baking these taquitos?

  • Corn tortillas are frequently preferred over flour tortillas due to their generally lower calorie and point counts.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING

Per Person Serving 2 taquitos
Calories 140 kcal
Total Carbohydrates 8 g
Total Fat 3 g
Protein 20 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Sugar 1 g
Sodium 150 mg

Each serving of these chicken taquitos has only 3 Weight Watchers points based on the Freestyle program.