Crispy taquitos filled with chicken, cream cheese, and savory spices for easy weeknight meals or appetizers.
# Components:
→ Chicken Filling
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
02 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 1/4 cup sour cream
05 - 1/4 cup chopped green onions
06 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
07 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
08 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
09 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Assembly
14 - 8 small flour tortillas (6-inch)
15 - Cooking spray or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease.
02 - Combine shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, sour cream, chopped green onions, cilantro, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until uniform.
03 - Place approximately 1/4 cup of filling along the lower third of each tortilla. Roll tightly into logs and arrange seam-side down on the baking sheet.
04 - Continue to fill and roll remaining tortillas, placing each onto the prepared sheet.
05 - Lightly spray taquitos with cooking spray or brush with vegetable oil for enhanced crispness.
06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until taquitos achieve a golden brown, crisp texture.
07 - Serve immediately with salsa, guacamole, or additional sour cream as desired.
