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Crispy Chicken Taquitos with Jalapeño Cream Cheese Filling

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These crispy chicken taquitos feature a creamy, spicy jalapeño cream cheese filling wrapped in golden, crunchy corn tortillas. Perfect for quick snacks, game days, or casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (300g) cooked and shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken recommended)
  • 12 small corn tortillas
  • 4 ounces (115g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1–2 jalapeño peppers, finely chopped (seeded to reduce heat if desired)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for brushing tortillas)
  • A handful of fresh cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
  • Juice of half a lime

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  2. In another bowl, stir softened cream cheese with finely chopped jalapeños, lime juice, and chopped cilantro until well combined.
  3. Fold the seasoned chicken gently into the jalapeño cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
  4. Warm the corn tortillas briefly in a dry skillet or microwave (20 seconds wrapped in a damp paper towel) to make them flexible.
  5. Place about 2 tablespoons (30g) of the chicken filling at one end of each tortilla and roll tightly but gently to avoid tearing. Arrange seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Lightly brush each taquito with vegetable oil to help them crisp up during cooking.
  7. For baking: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and bake taquitos for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  8. For air frying: Set air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and cook taquitos for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  9. Remove from heat and let cool for a minute or two before serving. Serve warm.

Notes

Warm tortillas just enough to make them flexible to prevent cracking. Do not overfill taquitos to avoid bursting during cooking. Flip halfway through cooking for even crispiness. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese with plant-based cream cheese or mashed avocado. Corn tortillas are naturally gluten-free. Avoid microwaving leftovers to maintain crispiness; reheat in oven or air fryer instead.

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