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Easy Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos

Easy Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos You Can’t Resist!

These Easy Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos are a quick, satisfying dish that everyone will love!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 taquitos
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Consider using rotisserie chicken
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Use non-dairy for dairy-free option
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Salsa Select based on desired spiciness
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
For the Wrapping
  • 10 Flour or Corn Tortillas
  • 1 tbsp Cooking Spray or Olive Oil

Equipment

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

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the 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. Mix until well incorporated.
  3. Wrap tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for about 15 seconds to warm them.
  4. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the filling onto the center of each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
  5. Lightly spray or brush taquitos with olive oil, then bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove from oven and cool slightly. Serve warm with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 2taquitosCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure tortillas are warmed properly to avoid cracking and overfilling to maintain crispiness.

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