Description
Zesty chicken taco roll-ups deliver a fiesta of flavors in every bite. Crisp tortillas wrap tender spiced chicken, promising a quick, delicious meal that satisfies cravings with minimal effort and maximum taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Cheese:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
Seasoning and Herbs:
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 6 large flour tortillas (use gluten-free tortillas if needed)
Instructions
- Thoroughly blend shredded chicken with tangy cream cheese, sharp cheddar, zesty taco seasoning, creamy sour cream, aromatic green onions, and fragrant cilantro in a spacious mixing vessel until ingredients are uniformly distributed.
- Lay out soft tortillas and generously distribute the vibrant chicken mixture across the entire surface, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Execute a precise, compact roll for each tortilla, applying gentle pressure to create a tight, secure cylindrical shape.
- Using a sharp culinary knife, slice the rolled tortillas into bite-sized medallions approximately one inch in width, creating uniform pinwheel-style appetizers.
- Present the chicken taco roll-ups immediately for optimal taste and texture, or carefully store in a sealed container within the refrigerator for convenient later consumption.
Notes
- Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of taco seasoning to suit your heat preference.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick time-saving option that adds extra flavor and reduces prep work.
- For a low-carb version, swap flour tortillas with large lettuce leaves or low-carb tortilla alternatives.
- Prep these roll-ups ahead of time and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, making them perfect for meal prep or party appetizers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 469
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1040 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 93 mg