Description
Crispy taquitos filled with creamy shredded chicken and melted cheese, perfect for a cozy meal or party appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Shredded Chicken Breast
- 8 oz Cream Cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or Mozzarella)
- 8 Flour or Corn Tortillas
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Chili Powder
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix the filling by combining shredded chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheese, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Prepare the tortillas by spooning in a generous amount of the chicken mixture and rolling tightly.
- Arrange the rolled taquitos seam-side down on a baking sheet.
- Brush the tops of each taquito with olive oil to ensure a crispy finish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
Notes
For best results, use leftover rotisserie chicken and keep your tortillas warm to prevent cracking while rolling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg