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Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos

Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos for a Cozy Night In

Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos are a delicious, quick meal perfect for busy nights, combining creamy filling with crispy tortillas.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 taquitos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Use leftover rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Make sure it’s softened for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Substitute with Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for spicy.
  • 1/2 cup Salsa Choose your favorite brand for a personalized twist.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used instead.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Consider fresh minced onion as a substitute.
  • 1/2 tsp Cumin Omit if it’s not your preference.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For Assembly
  • 10 small Tortillas Choose flour or corn, warm them beforehand.
  • cooking spray or olive oil Cooking Spray or Olive Oil For brushing to achieve crispiness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

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 large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and salsa. Add garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, then mix until smooth.
  3. Warm your tortillas briefly in the microwave. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the filling onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
  4. Lightly brush or spray the taquitos with olive oil. Bake for about 15-18 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
  5. Let the taquitos cool for a minute before serving. Enjoy with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 2taquitosCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, warm tortillas before filling to prevent cracking. Taquitos can be frozen and baked from the freezer, adding 5 extra minutes to the baking time.

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