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Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos

Deliciously crispy baked taquitos filled with a creamy mixture of chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and salsa, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 10 taquitos
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 175
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Rotisserie chicken is a convenient option.
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened Flavored cream cheese can add a unique twist.
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese Experiment with different cheeses for variation.
  • ¼ cup salsa Use your favorite salsa for the filling.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
Taquito wrappers
  • 10 small flour or corn tortillas Flour for a softer bite, corn for a traditional crunch.
  • Cooking spray or olive oil for brushing Helps achieve a crisp exterior.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, salsa, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy and well-combined.
  3. Take a tortilla and add 2–3 tablespoons of filling in the center. Roll it tightly and place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Baking
  1. Lightly brush the tops of the rolled taquitos with olive oil or cooking spray.
  2. Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden and crispy.
Serving
  1. Serve hot with dips like sour cream, guacamole, or extra salsa.

Notes

For extra crunch, pre-bake for 5 minutes, flip, then bake for another 5-6 minutes before applying oil. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.