Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos
Indulge in the delightful flavor of Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos, where crispy tortillas embrace a rich and creamy chicken filling. Perfect for game nights, family gatherings, or a cozy evening at home, these golden bites are sure to be a hit! Easy to make and customizable, they pair beautifully with your favorite dips like salsa or guacamole for an irresistible treat that guarantees second helpings!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings (8 taquitos) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 8 flour tortillas (10-inch)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cook the chicken breasts in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes per side. Shred the chicken while warm.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with cream cheese, both cheeses, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Lay tortillas on a clean surface. Spoon filling onto each tortilla and roll tightly; place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Drizzle olive oil over taquitos for added crispiness.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Serve with salsa or guacamole.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos (120g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg