Description
Easy and delicious Chicken and Cheese Taquitos that are baked to perfection, bringing joy and comfort to your dinner table.
Ingredients
- 3 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups Shredded Cheese Blend (Monterey Jack and Cheddar)
- ¼ cup Diced Green Chiles, drained
- ½ cup Finely Chopped Red Onion
- ¼ cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
- Salt and Black Pepper to taste
- 24 Corn Tortillas
- Olive Oil or Avocado Oil Spray
Instructions
- In a large bowl, blend the softened cream cheese with the shredded cheese blend until smooth.
- Mix in the diced green chiles, chopped red onion, fresh cilantro, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Fold in the shredded chicken gently, ensuring it’s evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
- Warm your corn tortillas briefly, then lay one on a clean surface.
- Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the filling along the center of the tortilla.
- Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and place seam-side down on your prepared baking sheet.
- Repeat until all tortillas are filled and rolled, spacing them evenly.
- Lightly spray the taquitos with olive or avocado oil.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding roasted peppers or sautéed mushrooms. Serve with dips like salsa or guacamole.
