Baked, not fried, these taquitos are a clean way to get your taco fix, perfect for dinner or in smaller tortillas for an appy!
Ingredients
8-10 6"-8" tortillas
1 lb lean ground beef, pork, or turkey
2 cloves garlic, minced or finely grated
1 sweet bell pepper, finely chopped
4 oz (1/2 a package) low fat cream cheese
¼ cup salsa
2 Tbsp taco seasoning OR 1 tsp each cumin, chili powder, and salt
2 green onions, chopped
2 Tbsp chopped parsley
1 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar, Monterey Jack, etc.)
Sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
In frying pan, fry meat with garlic and chopped pepper until meat is browned and pepper is softened. Drain fat, then add cream cheese, salsa, and seasoning, stirring to incorporate cream cheese and coat meat evenly. Add additional seasoning to taste, or add crushed chili flakes for increased heat.
When combined, remove from heat and stir in green onion, parsley, and grated cheese.
Divide evenly down the center of the tortillas, roll up tightly, and spray with cooking spray. Sprinkle tops with additional salt if desired.
Bake at 425F for 15 minutes, until golden and end are crisp. Serve with sour cream for dipping.
Notes
These can be made ahead and frozen in a resealable bag. Bake from frozen, adding 5-10 minutes to cooking time.
Recipe by Hidden Ponies at https://hiddenponies.com/2013/09/taco-taquitos/