Description

Baked Chicken Taquitos are a crowd-pleasing snack or meal that delivers on flavor and convenience. These golden, crispy wraps are filled with a savory blend of tender chicken, creamy cheese, and zesty spices, all encased in soft tortillas. Perfect for gatherings, game days, or a quick weeknight dinner, these taquitos can be made ahead of time and even frozen for later use. Serve them with your favorite dips like salsa, guacamole, or sour cream to elevate the experience. Enjoy these delicious bites straight from the oven for a satisfying treat that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

Scale

3 ounces cream cheese
1/4 cup salsa
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro or parsley
2 small scallions, diced
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 cup pepperjack cheese
12 6-inch flour tortillas
Cooking spray
Kosher salt

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, salsa, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, onion powder, garlic, cilantro, scallions, shredded chicken, and cheese until well mixed.
Warm tortillas in the microwave for about 10 seconds until pliable.
Spoon about 3 tablespoons of filling onto the lower third of each tortilla and roll tightly.
Place taquitos seam side down on the baking sheet; ensure they are spaced apart.
Spray tops lightly with cooking spray and sprinkle with kosher salt.
Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 taquito (50g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Feel free to customize the filling by adding vegetables like bell peppers or using different cheeses. Make these taquitos ahead of time: assemble them and refrigerate or freeze before baking.