Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy delight of Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos—a perfect fusion of comfort food and vibrant Mexican flavors. These crispy rolled tacos are ideal for any occasion, from casual dinners to festive gatherings. The delectable blend of tender chicken and rich cream cheese ensures that each bite is a satisfying treat, leaving your guests craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 small flour tortillas
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheese, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, and season with salt and pepper. Mix until fully blended.
- Warm tortillas slightly in the microwave or skillet to make them pliable.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and secure with a toothpick if needed.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry taquitos in batches for about 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito (60g)
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in diced vegetables like bell peppers or green onions into your filling. Leftover taquitos can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days or frozen for up to two months.