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Crispy Chicken Taquitos

These delightful Crispy Chicken Taquitos are filled with tender shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and zesty salsa, all wrapped in crispy tortillas, perfect for sharing and enjoyment with friends and family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken Rotisserie chicken works great.
  • 4 oz cream cheese Softened.
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • ¼ cup salsa Mild or spicy.
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • to taste salt and black pepper
For Rolling
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas Choose based on preference.
  • cooking spray or oil For brushing.
For Serving
  • chopped cilantro For garnish.
  • sour cream For serving.
  • guacamole For serving.
  • extra shredded cheese For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheese, salsa, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir until everything is well blended.
  3. Warm the tortillas in the microwave for about 20 seconds to soften them.
Rolling & Baking
  1. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto one side of each tortilla and roll tightly, tucking in the edges.
  2. Place the rolled taquitos seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Lightly brush the tops with cooking oil or spray them with cooking spray.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crunchy.
  5. For extra crunch, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve warm, garnished with chopped cilantro, and accompanied by sour cream, guacamole, or your favorite toppings.

Notes

For best results, warm tortillas before rolling. Avoid overstuffing to prevent bursting during baking. For a crunchier texture, bake them longer, but monitor closely.