Description
Jalapeño Popper Chicken Taquitos are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining creamy cheese, spicy jalapeños, and tender chicken, all wrapped in a crispy tortilla. Perfect for game day or family dinners, these taquitos are quick to prepare and packed with flavor, making them an irresistible treat that will have everyone coming back for more. Enjoy them as an appetizer or main dish; they adapt effortlessly to any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup diced fresh jalapeños (seeds removed)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 large flour tortillas
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, jalapeños, cream cheese, and cheddar until well combined.
- Place each tortilla on a flat surface. Spoon two tablespoons of the filling onto each tortilla and roll tightly from one end to the other. Arrange seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Lightly brush the taquitos with olive oil for crispiness.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sear the chicken before shredding. Feel free to substitute jalapeños with other peppers or add black beans for extra texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the oven at 350°F for best results.