Description
Indulge in the delightful crunch of homemade Chicken Taquitos, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or as an impressive party appetizer. Bursting with tender shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and fresh spinach, these taquitos are both satisfying and easy to make. Whether you choose to bake or fry them, every bite offers a deliciously crispy texture that will please the whole family. Customize your filling with your favorite spices and veggies for an added personal touch. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can have these tasty treats ready in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 6 ounces cream cheese
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped baby spinach
- Corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, salsa, and sour cream until smooth. Mix in chicken, cheddar cheese, spinach, and spices.
- Warm tortillas on a non-stick griddle until pliable.
- Spoon filling onto each tortilla and roll tightly.
- Bake at 425°F for 15-20 minutes or fry in oil until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For a spicy twist, add jalapeños to the filling. Serve with guacamole or salsa for dipping.