Description
These Crispy Chicken Taquitos are golden, crunchy, and packed with creamy, cheesy chicken filling. Perfect for quick dinners, game nights, or snacks, they bake or air-fry beautifully and pair perfectly with your favorite dips.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- ¼ cup salsa (mild or spicy)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- Cooking spray or oil (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheese, salsa, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Warm tortillas slightly to make them pliable.
- Spoon filling onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Lightly spray or brush taquitos with oil.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, flipping once, until golden and crispy.
- Let cool slightly and serve with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Air fryer option: Cook at 400°F (205°C) for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Swap chicken for beef or beans for variety.
- Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in the oven for best crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired