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Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos

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Crispy baked taquitos filled with creamy chicken, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or party appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup salsa
  • 12–16 corn tortillas
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and season with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until chicken is cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and shred it using two forks.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded chicken, chopped cilantro, and salsa. Mix until well combined.
  4. Warm the corn tortillas slightly to make them pliable. You can do this by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 30 seconds, or by warming them briefly in a dry skillet.
  5. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto the center of each tortilla. Roll up the tortilla tightly to form a taquito.
  6. Place the taquitos seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Spray the tops generously with cooking spray.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the taquitos are golden brown and crispy. Flip them halfway through baking for even crisping.
  8. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.

Notes

  • For an air fryer, cook at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
  • You can prepare the filling ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Freeze cooled taquitos in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or air fryer until crisp.

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