Description
Indulge in the delightful crunch of our easy Taquitos Recipe, perfect for any occasion! These crispy tortilla rolls are filled with a savory mixture of shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and fresh spinach, making them an irresistible treat. Ideal for parties or cozy family dinners, you can customize them with your favorite toppings and dips. With just 30 minutes to prepare, they are a quick and satisfying choice that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1½ cups baby spinach, chopped
- 1½ cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
- ½ cup salsa
- 12 corn or flour tortillas
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Heat about ½ inch of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat until it reaches 350°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, chopped spinach, Colby Jack cheese, salsa, salt, and pepper.
- Take a tortilla and place a few tablespoons of the filling in the center. Roll tightly and secure it seam-side down in the hot oil.
- Fry each taquito until golden brown on both sides (about 2-3 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with toppings like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, or Pico de Gallo.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg