Jul 14 2026
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Appetizer Sampler Recipe

Inspired by El Azteca
Time1h
Serves4

Cheese quesadilla slices, mini taquitos, mini chimichangas, and stuffed jalapeños. Served with lettuce, guac, sour cream, and pico de Gallo

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Ingredients

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Cheese Quesadilla

Mini Taquitos

Mini Chimichangas

Stuffed Jalapeños

Dips and Sides

Method

Cheese Quesadilla

  1. 1

    Prepare Quesadillas

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place one tortilla in the skillet, sprinkle half of the cheese on top, and cover with another tortilla. Cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove and slice into wedges.

Mini Taquitos

  1. 2

    Make the Filling

    In a bowl, mix the cooked shredded chicken with taco seasoning and Mexican cheese blend.

  2. 3

    Assemble Taquitos

    Warm corn tortillas in a microwave for 30 seconds. Place a small amount of the filling on each tortilla and roll tightly. Secure with a toothpick if necessary.

  3. 4

    Fry Taquitos

    Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry taquitos until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Mini Chimichangas

  1. 5

    Prepare Filling

    In a bowl, combine cooked beef or chicken, refried beans, and shredded cheese.

  2. 6

    Assemble Chimichangas

    Place a portion of the filling in the center of each tortilla, fold in the sides, and roll tightly. Secure with a toothpick if necessary.

  3. 7

    Fry Chimichangas

    Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry chimichangas until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Stuffed Jalapeños

  1. 8

    Prepare Jalapeños

    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Halve the jalapeños and remove the seeds.

  2. 9

    Make Filling

    In a bowl, mix cream cheese, shredded cheese, and crumbled bacon until well combined.

  3. 10

    Stuff Jalapeños

    Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture and place on a baking sheet.

  4. 11

    Bake Jalapeños

    Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the jalapeños are tender and cheese is bubbly.

Dips and Sides

  1. 12

    Prepare Dips

    In serving bowls, place guacamole, sour cream, and pico de gallo. Arrange shredded lettuce on a platter.

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