Description
Enjoy a burst of flavor with these Jalapeño Popper Chicken Taquitos, where creamy chicken, spicy jalapeños, and melty cheese are wrapped in a crispy tortilla. Perfect for game day or cozy gatherings, this easy-to-make dish is sure to impress your guests and become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 fresh jalapeños, diced (remove seeds for milder flavor)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, cook chicken until golden brown. Add diced jalapeños and cook until slightly softened. Mix in cream cheese and shredded cheese until well combined.
- Assemble the Taquitos: Lay tortillas flat and spoon filling onto each one. Roll tightly and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Fry Until Golden Brown: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry taquitos seam-side down until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Drain Excess Oil: Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos (140g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg