Chicken Taquitos
Crispy, golden, and filled with flavorful shredded chicken and cheese, these Chicken Taquitos are the perfect handheld snack, appetizer, or dinner! Baked or fried to perfection and easy to dip in salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Chicken Taquitos
Servings: 12
Calories: 180kcal
Author: Jill Bakes
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blend
- 1/4 cup cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup salsa or enchilada sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 small corn or flour tortillas
- Olive oil spray or cooking oil for brushing
✅ Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
✅ In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, shredded cheese, cream cheese, salsa, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
✅ Warm tortillas in the microwave for 20–30 seconds so they’re pliable.
✅ Place 2–3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla.
✅ Roll up each tortilla tightly and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
✅ Lightly spray or brush the tops with oil.
✅ Bake for 18–20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
✅ Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa for dipping.
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For extra crunch, air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 8–10 minutes.
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Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
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Freeze uncooked taquitos for a make-ahead meal—just add a few extra minutes to the baking time.