Description
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of Jalapeño Popper Chicken Taquitos, a delightful blend of savory chicken, cream cheese, and spicy jalapeños wrapped in a crispy shell. Perfect for game nights or casual gatherings, these taquitos are easy to prepare and guarantee a flavor explosion with every bite. Whether you serve them as appetizers or the main dish, they will quickly become a favorite at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 fresh jalapeños (diced)
- 6 medium flour tortillas
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook chicken for 7-10 minutes until browned and cooked through. Allow to cool slightly before shredding.
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, garlic powder, and paprika until well mixed.
- Lay each tortilla flat and place 2-3 tablespoons of filling in the center. Roll tightly while tucking in the sides.
- Place taquitos seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm with salsa or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito (approximately 86g)
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 385mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 58mg