Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos Recipe
These Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos are crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavorful shredded chicken mixed with cream cheese, cheddar, and spices. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, these taquitos make a delicious appetizer or meal that’s easy to prepare and great for dipping.
- 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). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make clean-up easy.
- 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 everything together until the filling is creamy and evenly combined.
- Assemble Taquitos: Lay out the tortillas and spoon 2 to 3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto each one. Carefully roll each tortilla tightly around the filling and place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet to keep them closed while baking.
- Bake: Lightly brush or spray the tops of the taquitos with olive oil or cooking spray. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the taquitos are golden brown and crispy all over.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve the taquitos hot with your favorite sides like sour cream, guacamole, or extra salsa for dipping.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can flip the taquitos halfway through baking.
- Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option, but make sure they are pliable to avoid cracking when rolling.
- Leftover taquitos can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or air fryer to retain crispiness.
- Feel free to add diced jalapeños or chopped cilantro for extra flavor.
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