Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavor of homemade Chicken Taquitos, a delightful option for family dinners, parties, or quick snacks. These crispy rolled tortillas are filled with shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and a zesty salsa blend, making them a crowd favorite. With just a few simple ingredients and easy preparation methods, you can whip up these tasty treats in no time. Whether you choose to bake or fry them for that golden crunch, Chicken Taquitos offer endless customization options to suit your taste. Serve them warm with your favorite dips like guacamole and salsa, and watch as they disappear in an instant!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 6 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup baby spinach leaves (chopped)
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 15–20 corn or flour tortillas
- guacamole
- sour cream
- salsa
- hot sauce
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, salsa, and sour cream until smooth. Add the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, chopped spinach, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Heat each tortilla on a non-stick griddle until soft and pliable.
- Place a spoonful of filling along each tortilla and roll tightly.
- For baked taquitos, preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and bake for 15–20 minutes until crispy. For fried taquitos, heat oil in a skillet and fry until golden brown.
- Serve warm with guacamole and salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 40mg