Description
These Crockpot Chicken Taquitos are a quick dinner solution that’s creamy, cheesy, and bursting with bold Tex-Mex flavor. With minimal prep and a slow cooker doing the work, they’re perfect for busy weeknights, easy dinners, or party appetizers. Great for freezer meals, quick lunch ideas, and healthy-ish snacks when made with low-carb tortillas or light cheese. Whether you’re feeding a family or meal prepping for the week, this easy recipe is a reliable go-to. Ideal for anyone looking for fast food ideas with real ingredients and bold taste!
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup salsa
1 packet taco seasoning (about 2 tablespoons)
1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack)
10 small flour tortillas
Instructions
1. Place chicken breasts in a crockpot and top with salsa and taco seasoning. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
2. Once cooked, remove chicken and shred using two forks.
3. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot. Add cream cheese and shredded cheese. Stir until melted and fully mixed. Cook an additional 10–15 minutes on low.
4. Preheat oven to 425°F. Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of filling onto each tortilla, then roll tightly.
5. Place taquitos seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Lightly spray or brush tops with oil.
6. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden and slightly crispy.
7. Serve warm with guacamole, salsa, or sour cream. Optional: garnish with lime or cilantro.
Notes
Warm tortillas slightly before rolling to avoid cracking.
For crispier taquitos, spray or brush the tops lightly with oil before baking.
To freeze, cool completely, then store in a single layer in freezer bags.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker & Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg