Description
Crispy, cheesy baked chicken taquitos are a delicious and easy Mexican-American main course perfect for dinner or snack time. Featuring shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar, and Monterey Jack cheeses blended with flavorful spices, these rolled tortillas are baked to golden perfection. Quick to prepare and customizable with toppings like salsa and guacamole, they offer a satisfying blend of flavors and textures that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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Filling
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Taquitos
- 12 small flour tortillas
- Cooking spray or 1 tablespoon olive oil for brushing
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it to prevent sticking.
- Prepare filling: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, salsa, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly blended.
- Warm tortillas: Heat the tortillas in the microwave for about 20 seconds to make them pliable and easier to roll without cracking.
- Assemble taquitos: Spoon approximately 2 to 3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture along one edge of each warmed tortilla. Roll each tortilla tightly around the filling and place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet to keep them from unrolling during baking.
- Prepare for baking: Lightly spray or brush the tops of the rolled taquitos with cooking spray or olive oil. This step helps the taquitos develop a crispy, golden exterior.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes until the taquitos are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired and serve warm with optional dips such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
Notes
- Corn tortillas can be used instead of flour tortillas for a more traditional taste, but be sure to warm them well to prevent cracking.
- To add extra heat, include diced green chiles or a splash of your favorite hot sauce to the filling mixture.
- Serve these taquitos with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream on the side for dipping and added flavor.
