Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos
Elevate your dinner routine with these mouthwatering Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos. Perfectly crispy on the outside and filled with a delightful mixture of seasoned shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and zesty salsa, these taquitos are sure to become a family favorite. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, they make for an ideal weeknight meal or a hit at parties. With only 15 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a batch and enjoy the deliciousness any day of the week. Plus, they store well in the fridge or freezer, making them a fantastic option for meal prep!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup salsa
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 10 small flour or corn tortillas
- Cooking spray or olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, salsa, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of filling onto each tortilla; roll tightly and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Lightly brush each taquito with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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