Baked Chicken and Cheese Taquitos
These easy homemade Chicken and Cheese Taquitos are baked, not fried and are ready in less than 30 minutes. Corn or flour tortillas are stuffed with a creamy chicken filling, lots of cheese, and spice. Serve these up for a quick weeknight dinner or snack!
Servings: 10 taquitos
Ingredients
- 10 flour or corn tortillas taco size
- 2 cups shredded chicken (I use rotisserie chicken)
- 3 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 green onions sliced
- 2 tablespoons your favorite salsa
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.In a large bowl combine cream cheese, shredded cheeses, green onions, salsa, and spices. Mix together with a spoon or fork until the cream cheese is smooth and all the ingredients are mixed in.
- Add in chicken and stir to combine.
- Place tortillas between two damp paper towels and warm for 15 seconds in the microwave. This will help them be pliable and not rip when rolling.
- Add about 3 tablespoons of the chicken and cheese mixture in a long line in the middle of each tortilla and roll tightly.
- Place rolled taquitos on prepared baking sheet with the seam down. Lightly spray the tops of the taquitos with cooking spray, or brush with olive oil and bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and the tops are crispy. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Top or serve with salsa, sour cream, and guacamole. Garnish with fresh cilantro (optional) and enjoy!