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Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos

Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos for Easy Cozy Dinners

Enjoy these Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos, a quick and delicious recipe perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 taquitos
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or rotisserie chicken
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened for easier mixing
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or any melty cheese
  • 1/2 cup salsa fresh or jarred
  • 1 tsp garlic powder or 1 clove minced fresh garlic
  • 1 tsp onion powder or finely chopped fresh onion
  • 1 tsp cumin optional for flavor
  • to taste salt adjust based on dietary needs
  • to taste pepper adjust based on dietary needs
For the Taquitos
  • 10-12 flour or corn tortillas warm to prevent cracking
  • 2 tbsp cooking spray or olive oil for greasing and brushing

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease with cooking spray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, salsa, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; mix until creamy.
  3. Warm tortillas in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. Place 2-3 tablespoons of filling on each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
  4. Lightly brush or spray the tops with olive oil. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes, and serve hot with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1taquitoCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These taquitos are freezer-friendly and can be made in bulk. Store extras in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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