Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos, where creamy goodness meets a crispy exterior. These taquitos are perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to game day snacks. Filled with a rich blend of shredded chicken and cream cheese, they offer a satisfying bite that will have everyone coming back for more. Customize them with your favorite toppings like fresh cilantro and zesty lime, making them a versatile choice for appetizers or dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 taquitos 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
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 bowl, mix shredded chicken, cream cheese, shredded Mexican cheese blend, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Warm tortillas slightly to make them pliable.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the filling onto each tortilla and roll tightly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry taquitos in batches until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per batch).
- Drain on paper towels and serve with garnishes like cilantro or lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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