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Easy Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos

Easy Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos Ready in Just 15 Minutes

Easy Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos are a quick, flavorful dish perfect for busy nights and family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 4 taquitos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken rotisserie chicken is convenient
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened, or use non-dairy for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup Salsa choose your spice level
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin
For the Shell
  • 10 pcs Flour or Corn Tortillas thin for easier rolling
For Baking
  • 1 tbsp Cooking Spray or Olive Oil for crispiness when baked

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Microwave
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  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, softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, salsa, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Warm the tortillas wrapped in a damp paper towel in the microwave for about 15 seconds.
  4. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken and cheese filling onto the center of each tortilla and roll tightly.
  5. Lightly spray or brush the filled taquitos with olive oil and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1taquitoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra crispy taquitos, lightly brush the tops with olive oil before baking. You can assemble and freeze unbaked taquitos for later use.

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