Description
Shredded chicken, cream cheese, and melty cheese wrapped in tortillas and baked to crispy perfection — these taquitos are creamy on the inside, crunchy on the outside, and totally addictive!
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend or cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup salsa or diced green chiles
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp chili powder (optional for a little heat)
- ½ tsp salt
- 10–12 small flour or corn tortillas
- Cooking spray or olive oil spray
- For serving (optional):
- Sour cream
- Guacamole
- Salsa
- Chopped cilantro
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven:
Preheat to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2️⃣ Make the filling:
In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheese, salsa (or green chiles), garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, and salt until well combined.
3️⃣ Assemble taquitos:
Warm tortillas slightly to make them easier to roll. Place about 2-3 tablespoons of filling onto one side of each tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
4️⃣ Bake:
Lightly spray taquitos with cooking spray. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
5️⃣ Serve:
Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.
Notes
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You can freeze these before baking for an easy make-ahead meal.
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Works great with leftover chicken or turkey!
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 20 min