Chicken Taquitos

These baked chicken taquitos are crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside and full of fabulous flavor. An easy and delicious dinner recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings:

Ingredients

3-4 ounces cream cheese , softened
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup red or green salsa
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 cup shredded monterey or pepper jack cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 cups shredded cooked chicken , I like to use rotisserie chicken
12 6-inch flour or corn tortillas

S&P, to taste; Extra virgin olive oil, for brushing

Optional toppings & sides: Mexican rice, beans, guacamole, sour cream

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly coat with cooking spray.
Stir together the cream cheese, sour cream, salsa, cumin and garlic powder. Then add the cheese, cilantro and chicken.
Place 3 Tablespoons of the chicken mixture in the center of a tortilla and roll up. Place seam of tortilla on pan. Lightly brush the tortillas with olive oil and sprinkle salt on top if desired.
Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Notes

To prevent your tortillas from cracking, heat in the microwave for about 20-30 seconds between damp paper towels.

If you prefer to fry your taquitos (use corn tortillas): Heat 3/4" vegetable oil in a deep large skillet to 350°F. Add 4 taquitos (seams down) at a time and fry 2 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Place on a plate lined with paper towels.

Nutrition

Author: Jamielyn Nye