Description
Greek chicken taquitos provide a delightful twist on traditional flavors, combining the zest of Mediterranean cuisine with the crunchy texture of taquitos. These savory bites make for excellent appetizers at parties, game nights, or a satisfying weeknight dinner. With seasoned shredded chicken, fresh spinach, and tangy feta cheese wrapped in crispy tortillas, this recipe is sure to impress everyone at the table. Healthier than fried snacks and packed with lean protein and veggies, Greek chicken taquitos are a delicious choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Dried oregano
- Paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: In a medium saucepan, cover the chicken with water and add spices (salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, paprika). Bring to a boil and simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked. Shred the chicken.
- Sauté spinach: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chopped spinach for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
- Combine ingredients: In a mixing bowl, mix shredded chicken with sautéed spinach and crumbled feta.
- Assemble taquitos: Warm tortillas in a skillet to make them pliable. Add some filling to each tortilla and roll tightly.
- Bake: Place seam-side down on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with Greek yogurt or tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito (50g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg