Description
Indulge in the delightful crunch of homemade Chicken Taquitos, a perfect dish for any occasion. These irresistible rolled tacos are filled with tender shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and a blend of spices, offering a burst of flavor in every bite. Whether you’re hosting a game night or preparing a family dinner, these taquitos are quick to prepare and easy to customize with your favorite ingredients. Enjoy them baked for a healthier option or fried for that extra crispiness everyone loves. Serve alongside guacamole, salsa, or sour cream for dipping, and watch them disappear in no time.
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)
- Corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, salsa, and sour cream until smooth. Stir in shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, spinach, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Warm tortillas on a non-stick griddle until pliable.
- Place filling along each tortilla and roll tightly.
- Bake at 425°F for 15-20 minutes or fry in oil until golden brown.
- Serve with guacamole and salsa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos (90g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 40mg