Description
Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos are a delectable fusion of creamy chicken filling encased in crispy tortillas. These easy-to-make rolls are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s game day or a cozy family dinner. With their cheesy goodness and customizable filling options, they promise to be a crowd favorite that brings joy to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 soft flour tortillas
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- hot sauce to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Cook chicken in boiling water for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Shred with two forks.
- In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, green onions, cumin, chili powder, and hot sauce until well combined.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place about 2 tablespoons of filling on one edge of each tortilla and roll tightly.
- Lightly spray or brush each taquito with olive oil and place seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg