Crispy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Taquitos Recipe Delight That’s Easy to Prepare
Crispy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Taquitos are a delicious, easy-to-make dish that brings together the flavors of jalapeño poppers and tender chicken wrapped in crispy tortillas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 10 taquitos
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup jalapeños, diced
- 10 small flour tortillas
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined.
- Place a few tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla and roll tightly.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the taquitos for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Notes
- Serve with salsa or guacamole for dipping.
- These can also be baked for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg