Description
These Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal featuring shredded chicken and creamy cheeses wrapped in crispy baked tortillas. Perfect as a snack or main dish, they are baked to golden perfection and can be served with your favorite dips like sour cream or guacamole.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup salsa
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Assembly
- 10 small flour or corn tortillas
- Cooking spray or olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Prepare Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, salsa, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix everything thoroughly until the filling is well blended and creamy.
- Assemble Taquitos: Lay out each tortilla and spoon about 2 to 3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto one end. Spread the filling evenly in a line, then roll up the tortilla tightly around the filling. Place each rolled taquito seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet to prevent unrolling.
- Bake Taquitos: Lightly brush or spray each rolled taquito with cooking spray or olive oil to promote crispiness. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the taquitos turn golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Serve: Remove the taquitos from the oven and serve warm. They pair perfectly with sides like sour cream, guacamole, or extra salsa for dipping.
Notes
- If you prefer a spicier filling, add a pinch of chili powder or chopped jalapeños to the mixture.
- Use either flour or corn tortillas based on your preference; both work well.
- For a crispier texture, broil the taquitos for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Leftover taquitos can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or air fryer for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos, Baked Taquitos, Chicken Snack, Mexican Taquitos, Easy Chicken Recipes
