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Crispy Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos

Remember those cozy nights when dinner felt like a hug? This recipe for Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos brings all those comforting feelings back, but with a super easy twist! I’m so excited to share these with you because they’re not just incredibly delicious, they’re also ridiculously simple to make. Seriously, you can whip these up faster than you can decide what show to binge-watch next!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Taquitos
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken rotisserie chicken, leftover chicken, or poached chicken breasts
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese or a mix of both
  • ¼ cup salsa your favorite kind
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions or fresh cilantro optional
  • 8-10 small flour or corn tortillas 6-inch size
  • cooking spray or olive oil for crispiness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Microwave
  • Medium Mixing Bowl
  • Spoon or Spatula

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. If using corn tortillas, warm them in the microwave for 20-30 seconds to make them pliable.
  2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded cheese, salsa, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Stir in optional green onions or cilantro.
  3. Step 3: Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll up tightly and place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: Lightly brush or spray the tops of the taquitos with cooking spray or olive oil. Sprinkle with extra cheese, if desired.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through. For extra crispiness, broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  6. Step 6: Let cool slightly and serve with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

Notes

For extra crispiness, you can lightly brush the taquitos with oil and bake them at a slightly lower temperature for longer, or even try them in the air fryer!