Description
Crispy, cheesy, and full of flavor—these Baked Chicken Taquitos are the perfect snack or dinner the whole family will love!
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup salsa or enchilada sauce
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 12 small flour or corn tortillas
- Cooking spray or olive oil spray
- Optional: Fresh cilantro, lime wedges, sour cream, guacamole
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and lightly grease it.
Step 2: Make the Filling
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheese, cream cheese, salsa, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
Step 3: Assemble the Taquitos
- Warm tortillas slightly in the microwave to soften. Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of the filling onto the lower third of each tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
Step 4: Bake
- Lightly spray the tops of the taquitos with cooking spray. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until crispy and golden.
Step 5: Serve
- Serve hot with guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and a squeeze of fresh lime.
Notes
- Use room temperature tortillas to prevent cracking.
- Secure with toothpicks if needed while baking.
- Don’t overfill — too much filling makes them harder to roll and bake evenly.
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