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Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos

Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos - Crispy Comfort in Every Bite

Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos are crispy, creamy, and easy to make, perfect for weeknight dinners and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 taquitos
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded leftover rotisserie chicken works wonderfully
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened can be substituted with ricotta for a lighter taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Monterey Jack can be used as an alternative
  • 1/2 cup salsa any variety of salsa can elevate the taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder substitute with fresh minced garlic for more intensity
  • 1 tsp onion powder fresh onion can be used but may alter the texture
  • 1/2 tsp cumin feel free to omit if unavailable
  • to taste salt and pepper adjust to your family's taste
For the Taquitos
  • 8 flour or corn tortillas smaller size is ideal for easy rolling; gluten-free tortillas can be used
  • as needed cooking spray or olive oil used for brushing the taquitos

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • fork or spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, salsa, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, mixing until creamy.
  3. Place 2–3 tablespoons of filling near the edge of a tortilla and roll tightly, seam-side down on the baking sheet.
  4. Brush or spray the tops of the taquitos with cooking oil and bake for 15–18 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Remove from the oven and serve hot with dips like sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 2taquitosCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Warm tortillas slightly in the microwave to keep them pliable. Assemble in advance and freeze for busy nights, adding extra time when baking from frozen.

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