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From Scratch Smoky Chicken and Cream Cheese Taquitos Recipe!

From Scratch Smoky Chicken and Cream Cheese Taquitos Recipe!

By Mona - Far From The Farm
May 3, 2026
Crispy homemade chicken taquitos with creamy smoky filling, baked to perfection and perfect for easy family snacking!
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Makes: 16 Taquitos
Approximate cost $5
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Additional Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 16 Taquitos
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 166

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar - or Mexican blend cheese works well too
  • 1/2 cup chipotle hot sauce
  • 2 tbsp ranch seasoning
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 8 medium flour tortillas - cut in half
  • 4 tbsp olive oil - for brushing and sealing

Equipment

  • 1.5 quart slow cooker
  • Measuring jug
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Silicone pastry brush

Method
 

  1. Add the cream cheese, shredded chicken, shredded cheese, and chipotle hot sauce to a 1.5 quart slow cooker.
    In a measuring jug, mix the ranch seasoning with the milk, then pour it into the slow cooker.
    Give everything a quick mix. The mixture will look thick at this stage.
    Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours or HIGH for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until smooth and creamy.
    Turn off the slow cooker and let the filling sit for 20 to 30 minutes so it thickens slightly and is easier to handle.
  2. Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    Cut each flour tortilla in half so you have 16 pieces.
  3. Spoon a line of filling along the straight edge of each tortilla half.
    Roll tightly and place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Lightly brush each taquito with olive oil, focusing on the seam to help seal it closed.
    Brush the tops lightly as well so they crisp up in the oven.
  5. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until lightly golden and crisp on the outside.
  6. Let cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving as they will be very hot.
    Serve warm with dips like queso, sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Notes

  • Don’t overfill or they’ll split when baking
  • Letting the filling cool slightly makes rolling much easier
  • Homemade tortillas roll better and don’t crack
  • Keep them seam-side down so they hold their shape
 

Storage

  • Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • You can eat them cold or reheat in the oven or air fryer to bring the crisp back.
 

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Nutrition

Calories: 166kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 526mgPotassium: 82mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 254IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 72mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.