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Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos

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Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos are crispy, creamy, and full of flavor, with a cheesy chicken filling rolled into tortillas and baked to golden perfection. This easy, mess-free recipe offers all the crunch of restaurant-style taquitos without frying—perfect for dinners, appetizers, or snacks.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 10–12 taquitos
  • Category: Main Course, Appetizer, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese

10–12 small flour or corn tortillas

Optional add-ins: 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 2 tbsp chopped green onions, 2 tbsp salsa, 1 tsp hot sauce, 1/2 cup black beans, or 1/2 cup corn

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded cheese, and any optional seasonings or add-ins.

Warm tortillas slightly in the microwave or on a skillet to make rolling easier.

Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of filling onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Lightly spray or brush tops with oil for extra crispiness.

Bake for 15–20 minutes, until golden brown and crisp.

Cool slightly before serving with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.

Notes

For extra heat, add jalapeños or hot sauce to the filling.

Use plant-based cheese and cream cheese for a dairy-free version.

Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option (warm them well before rolling to avoid cracks).

Add black beans or corn to bulk up the filling.

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