Description
These Delicious Jalapeno Popper Chicken Taquitos are a perfect cozy night treat, combining shredded chicken with cream cheese, jalapenos, and cheddar cheese rolled in crispy fried flour tortillas. They deliver a spicy, creamy, and cheesy flavor explosion in every bite, ideal as a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
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Filling
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup jalapenos, chopped (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Taquitos
- 1 package small flour tortillas (8–10 tortillas)
- Oil for frying (such as vegetable or canola oil, about 2 cups)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, chopped jalapenos, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture is creamy.
- Assemble the taquitos: Lay out a small flour tortilla on a clean surface. Place a spoonful of the chicken mixture near one edge of the tortilla. Spread it evenly but do not overfill to allow easy rolling.
- Roll the tortillas: Tightly roll the tortilla around the filling, starting from the edge with the mixture. Secure each taquito with a toothpick if needed to keep them from unrolling during frying.
- Heat the oil: Pour oil into a large skillet to a depth of about 1 inch. Heat over medium heat until the oil reaches about 350°F (175°C), or is hot enough that a small piece of tortilla sizzles upon contact.
- Fry the taquitos: Carefully place the taquitos seam-side down in the hot oil. Fry, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Drain and serve: Using tongs, remove the taquitos from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dips such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more jalapenos or include some jalapeno juice in the filling.
- You can bake the taquitos at 400°F (200°C) for about 15-20 minutes for a healthier alternative instead of frying.
- Use toothpicks to secure the taquitos to prevent them from unrolling during cooking.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to mix easily with the other ingredients.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and onion powder based on your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos (about 140g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: jalapeno popper, chicken taquitos, crispy taquitos, spicy chicken snack, creamy jalapeno chicken roll-ups
