Description
Jalapeño Popper Chicken Taquitos are the ultimate snack for any gathering or cozy night in. The combination of crispy tortillas filled with a creamy, spicy mixture of chicken, cheese, and jalapeños creates an irresistible treat that will delight your taste buds. Easy to prepare and customizable, these baked taquitos can be served as appetizers or a main dish. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauces for an extra kick, and watch them disappear faster than you can say ‘delicious’! Get ready to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings with this flavorful comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cooked and diced)
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup jalapeños (fresh or pickled, chopped)
- 8 flour tortillas (6-inch)
- Olive oil (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, chopped jalapeños, cumin, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined.
- Spoon about two tablespoons of filling onto one tortilla and roll tightly, tucking in the edges. Place seam-side down on a greased baking sheet.
- Lightly brush each taquito with olive oil.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm with sour cream or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg