Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos
Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos are a delightful fusion of tender chicken and creamy cheese, all wrapped in crispy tortillas. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, these taquitos offer a satisfying crunch with every bite. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite spices or additional ingredients, they are sure to impress your family and friends. Serve them with your choice of dipping sauces for an irresistible treat that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings (8 taquitos) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 8 flour tortillas (10-inch)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- Boil the chicken in water until fully cooked (12-15 minutes). Drain and let cool slightly.
- Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and salt until well combined.
- Spoon the mixture onto each tortilla and roll tightly.
- Place seam-side down on the baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 75mg