Description
These Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos are crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, filled with a savory mix of shredded chicken, cream cheese, and spices, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 10–12 small flour tortillas
- Cooking spray or light oil for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Warm the tortillas until pliable. Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of filling onto each tortilla.
- Roll tortillas tightly and place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Lightly spray or brush the tops with oil and bake for 15–20 minutes until golden and crispy.
Notes
- Use rotisserie or canned chicken for a quicker prep.
- For added spice, include diced jalapeños or green chiles.
- Corn tortillas can be used for a gluten-free version.
- Freeze before or after baking for a convenient make-ahead meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 taquitos
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
