Crispy Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos

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Creamy, Crunchy & Irresistibly Cheesy!

Get ready for your new favorite appetizer or weeknight dinner—these Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos are golden, crispy, and stuffed with a luscious filling of shredded chicken, melted cream cheese, and gooey Monterey Jack. Perfect for parties, game day, or a fun family meal, they’re easy to make, freezer-friendly, and 100% addictive!

Why You’ll Love These Taquitos

🔥 Crispy Outside, Creamy Inside – Oven-baked to golden perfection!
🧀 Ultra-Cheesy – Cream cheese + shredded cheese = next-level richness.
🍗 Easy Shortcuts – Use rotisserie chicken for a 20-minute meal.
🌮 Crowd-Pleasing – Great for dipping & sharing.

Ingredients

(Makes 12 taquitos)

For the Filling:

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie works great!)

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or pepper jack cheese

  • ½ cup salsa (mild or spicy, your choice)

  • 1 tsp cumin

  • 1 tsp chili powder

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp onion powder

  • Salt & pepper to taste

  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro (optional)

For Assembly:

  • 12 small flour tortillas (or corn for gluten-free)

  • Cooking spray or olive oil

  • Toothpicks (to secure taquitos)

For Serving (Optional):

  • Guacamole

  • Sour cream

  • Pico de gallo

  • Lime wedges

Step-by-Step Instructions




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