Jalapeño Popper Chicken Taquitos
Jalapeño Popper Chicken Taquitos are a flavor-packed delight that combines crispy tortillas with a creamy, spicy filling of tender chicken, jalapeños, and cheese. Perfect for parties, cozy family dinners, or a solo binge-watch session, these taquitos are sure to impress. With their golden brown exterior and irresistible crunch, they make an excellent appetizer or main dish. Plus, they come together quickly, allowing you to enjoy every delicious bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 fresh jalapeños, chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 large flour tortillas
- Cooking oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Cook chicken in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink (7-10 minutes). Shred once cooled.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, jalapeños, and cheddar until well mixed.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of filling onto each tortilla and roll tightly.
- Place rolled taquitos seam-side down on the baking sheet with space between them.
- Lightly spray the tops with cooking oil and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito (50g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, substitute cream cheese with goat cheese or include bell peppers for extra crunch. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat at 350°F until crispy.