Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos Recipe
These Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos are a delicious and crispy appetizer or snack featuring a creamy shredded chicken filling with cream cheese, cheddar, and spices, all wrapped in tortillas and baked to golden perfection. They’re easy to make, healthier than fried versions, and perfect for serving with your favorite dips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Total Time: 25-28 minutes
- Yield: 10 taquitos 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
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: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the taquitos.
- Make the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, salsa, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is creamy and well blended.
- Assemble Taquitos: Place about 2 to 3 tablespoons of the filling onto each tortilla. Roll each tortilla tightly around the filling and place them seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet to prevent unrolling during baking.
- Bake: Lightly brush or spray the tops of the rolled taquitos with olive oil or cooking spray for crispness. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve hot, paired with dipping sauces like sour cream, guacamole, or additional salsa for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- You can use either flour or corn tortillas depending on your preference or dietary needs.
- For extra crispiness, flip the taquitos halfway through baking.
- Leftover taquitos can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
- To make this recipe spicier, add chopped jalapeños or hot sauce to the filling.
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