Description
Indulge in the delight of homemade Taquitos! These crispy rolled tortillas are filled with a flavorful blend of shredded chicken, creamy cheeses, and fresh spinach, delivering a satisfying crunch in every bite. Perfectly suited for any occasion, whether as a family dinner or a party appetizer, these taquitos are easy to make and customizable to suit your taste. Serve them warm with your favorite toppings and dipping sauces for an enjoyable treat that everyone will love. Try this delicious Taquitos Recipe today and impress your guests with these irresistible bites!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 6 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1½ cups baby spinach (chopped)
- 1½ cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
- 12 (6-inch) corn tortillas
- Vegetable or canola oil (for frying)
- Salsa
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Heat oil in a saucepan to 350°F.
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, chopped spinach, shredded cheese, salsa, and sour cream; season with salt and pepper.
- Place a few tablespoons of filling on each tortilla, roll tightly, and secure seam-side down in hot oil.
- Fry until golden brown on both sides (about 2-3 minutes per side), then drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with optional toppings like shredded lettuce or Pico de Gallo.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos (90g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 50mg