Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos
Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos are a delightful and satisfying dish that your family will adore! These crispy, cheesy rolls are perfect for any occasion, from game day to family dinners or casual gatherings with friends. The creamy filling features shredded chicken and a blend of spices, delivering an explosion of flavor in every bite. Best of all, they’re baked for a healthier twist without sacrificing taste. Serve them warm with your favorite dips for a truly enjoyable experience!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 (8 taquitos) 1x
- Category: Lunch & Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- ⅓ cup salsa
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded colby jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped green onion
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
- 8–10 small flour tortillas
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and prepare a baking sheet with foil and cooking spray.
- In a microwave-safe dish, soften the cream cheese for about 15-20 seconds.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, salsa, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, shredded chicken, colby jack cheese, green onion, and cilantro. Mix well.
- Place approximately 3 tablespoons of the filling near the edge of each tortilla and roll tightly. Secure seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos (100g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 65mg