Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos (Print Version)
Taquitos filled with creamy chicken, cheese, and salsa, baked until golden and delicious with optional fresh garnishes.
# Ingredients:
→ Creamy Chicken Filling
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280 g cooked shredded chicken
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113 g cream cheese, softened
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56 g shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
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60 ml salsa, preferred heat level
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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25 g chopped green onions or fresh cilantro (optional)
→ Assembly and Baking
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8 to 10 small flour or corn tortillas, 15 cm size
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Cooking spray or olive oil, for brushing
→ Serving and Toppings
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Guacamole, for dipping
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Sour cream, for dipping
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Salsa or fresh pico de gallo, for dipping
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Shredded lettuce, for garnish (optional)
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Diced tomatoes, for garnish (optional)
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Extra cheese, for garnish (optional)
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 204°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease the surface.
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Warm tortillas in the microwave for 20 to 30 seconds to increase pliability and prevent cracking during rolling.
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Combine shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded cheese, salsa, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Blend thoroughly until a creamy mixture forms. Fold in green onions or cilantro if using.
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Place one warmed tortilla on your work surface. Spoon 2 to 3 tablespoons of chicken filling along the centre, then roll tightly. Set each taquito seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat process with remaining filling and tortillas.
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Lightly brush or spray each taquito with olive oil or cooking spray. For extra cheesiness, sprinkle additional shredded cheese on top if desired.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, turning taquitos halfway through to ensure even crispness. For a golden finish, broil for 1 to 2 minutes at the end, monitoring closely to avoid burning.
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Let taquitos cool for 2 to 3 minutes before serving. Present alongside guacamole, sour cream, salsa, or pico de gallo, and garnish with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, or extra cheese as preferred.
# Notes:
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Warming the tortillas before assembly prevents splitting and ensures a tight roll.