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Delicious crispy chicken taquitos served with salsa and garnish

Crispy Chicken Taquitos

Delightful, crispy taquitos filled with seasoned shredded chicken, cream cheese, and cheese—perfect for gatherings and easy to customize!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken Opt for rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened Blends beautifully with spices.
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese Substitute with mozzarella for a milder flavor.
  • ¼ cup salsa Choose your favorite style.
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
Taquito Assembly
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas Use corn for a gluten-free option.
  • as needed Cooking spray or oil For brushing.
  • as needed Chopped cilantro For garnish.
  • as needed Sour cream For serving.
  • as needed Guacamole For serving.
  • as needed Extra shredded cheese Optional topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, salsa, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until well-combined and creamy.
  3. Warm the tortillas in the microwave for about 20 seconds to make them more pliable for rolling.
Assembly
  1. Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of the chicken filling onto one side of each tortilla. Roll tightly, tucking in the edges as you go.
  2. Place the rolled taquitos seam-side down on the baking sheet and lightly brush the tops with oil or cooking spray.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15–20 minutes or until the taquitos are golden brown and crispy. For extra crunch, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  2. Serve warm with sour cream, guacamole, or your favorite toppings.

Notes

Be careful not to overstuff the tortillas; keep cooked taquitos warm in a low oven while baking the rest. Experiment with spices for different flavors.