Creamy Chicken Taquitos

These are way better than the store bought version and don't take much longer to whip up. The kids (and hubby) love them and are easy enough to make that they can help along. In fact my little baker wrapped these ones up for me tonight ;)

 

Creamy Chicken Taquitos

1/3 c. cream cheese (I use 1/2c. because that's usually what I have laying around)
1/4 c. green salsa (once again red is what I have so that is what I use)
1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice (or bottled ;) )
1/2 tsp. cumin
1 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. onion powder
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
3 Tbsp. cilantro (we aren't cilantro people so I omit and add more green onions)
2 Tbsp. sliced green onions
2 c. cooked and shredded chicken
1 c. grated pepperjack cheese (or cheddar ;) )
12 small corn or flour tortillas
cooking spray
kosher salt

Preheat oven to 425, and line a baking sheet with foil and cooking spray (I use my silicone liners and they work great). Heat cream cheese so it is soft, and add salsa and spices, mix well. Then stir in cilantro, onions, chicken and cheese. Place about 3 Tbsp. on bottom 1/3 of each wrap, roll up tightly and place seam side down on baking sheet. Spray tops with cooking spray and sprinkle with salt. Bake for 15 minutes or until crisp and edges start to brown.
Can serve with sour cream, salsa or guacamole, but we think they are awesome just the way they are, enjoy!

Chicken Salad (Sandwiches)

This a delicious way to prepare a traditional chicken salad, just in time for this beautiful spring weather we are enjoying! I love all the crunchy veggies that are packed in there, it just makes it taste so summery ;)

 

Chicken Salad

2 cans chicken (have also used shredded rotisserie chicken when I had leftovers)
2 stalks celery, finely diced
1 c. dill pickles, chopped (homemade are awesome!)
3 apples, peeled and chopped
1 c. peas
3 green onions, sliced

Sauce:
3/4 c. sour cream
1/4 c. mayonnaise
3 Tbs. heavy cream (I have used milk in a pinch too)

Mix sauce ingredients together and season with garlic powder, seasoning salt, pepper and a bit of dry ranch powder (I have used Epicure spices too, and have also omitted the ranch powder, it all tastes delish). Toss chopped veggies and chicken with the sauce. Serve on croissants (the best), rolls or pita bread.

I usually half the recipe for just our family, it makes a fair bit, hope you enjoy :)

Cajun Chicken Pasta

This tastes just like something you would get in a restaurant, it is soo good! Just a few ingredients and 12 minutes later you're ready for dinner. To make it more economical, I've bought whipping cream on clearance and froze it, just defrost in fridge, and it tastes just as good.

 

Cajun Chicken Pasta

2 boneless chicken breasts, cut into pieces
2 tsp. Cajun seasoning
2 Tbsp. butter
1 green onion, thinly sliced
2 c. heavy whipping cream
2 Tbsp. sundried tomatoes, chopped
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. basil
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/8 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 c. parmesan cheese
4 oz. linguini (or spaghetti), cook according to pkg.

Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and sauté in butter for about 7 minutes. Add next 7 ingredients, heat through. Toss with pasta and serve with parmesan cheese. Easy peezy ;)