Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos are a delightful snack that combines crispy tortillas with a creamy filling of chicken and cream cheese, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time25 minutesmins
Total Time40 minutesmins
Course: Appetizer, Main
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Baked, Easy
Servings: 10taquitos
Equipment
Mixing Bowl
Baking Sheet
Parchment Paper
Ingredients
Ingredients
2cupscooked chicken, shredded
4ozcream cheese, softened
1cupshredded cheddar cheese
1cupsalsa
1tspgarlic powder
1tsponion powder
1tspcumin
to tastesalt and pepper
10smallflour or corn tortillas
as neededcooking spray or olive oil for brushing
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure even cooking.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, salsa, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well until everything is fully combined.
Step 3: If using flour tortillas, warm them in the microwave for about 20 seconds to make them more pliable.
Step 4: Take a tortilla, add about 2 tablespoons of the filling to the center, and roll it tightly. Place seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 5: Lightly spray or brush the tops of the rolled taquitos with cooking spray or olive oil.
Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy and golden-brown.
Step 7: Let them cool for a few minutes before serving with your favorite dipping sauces like salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
Notes
Leftover taquitos can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes until crispy.