Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos, a perfect fusion of comfort food and Mexican cuisine. These crispy, golden rolls are filled with a rich combination of creamy cheese and seasoned chicken, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a casual family dinner or entertaining at a festive gathering, these taquitos are sure to impress. With easy preparation and customizable toppings, they cater to everyone’s taste buds. Serve them with your favorite sauces for a deliciously satisfying experience that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 12 small flour tortillas
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, Mexican cheese blend, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Warm the tortillas slightly to make them pliable.
- Place about 2 tablespoons of the filling on each tortilla and roll tightly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat and fry taquitos in batches until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes).
- Drain on paper towels and serve with optional garnishes like cilantro or lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg