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Baked Cream Cheese and Green Chili Antojitos with Basil Pesto Sour Cream Dipping Sauce Recipe

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These Antojitos are delicious rolled flour tortillas filled with a creamy, cheesy green chili mixture, baked to perfection and served with a flavorful basil pesto sour cream dipping sauce. They make an irresistible appetizer or snack with a perfect blend of spicy, tangy, and savory flavors.

  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 20 pieces (5 pieces per tortilla x 4 tortillas)

Ingredients

Filling

  • 4 Flour Tortillas (10 inches)
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
  • 4 oz Diced Green Chilies (canned)
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup Red Onion, finely diced
  • ½ cup Bell Pepper, finely diced
  • 3 Tablespoons Sour Cream
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper

Basil Pesto Sour Cream Dipping Sauce

  • ½ cup Sour Cream
  • 2 Tablespoons Basil Pesto

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
  2. Prepare Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, diced green chilies, shredded cheddar cheese, finely diced red onion, bell pepper, 3 tablespoons of sour cream, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  3. Assemble Tortillas: Divide the filling evenly into four portions. Spread each portion in a thin, even layer over each flour tortilla, covering it completely. Starting at one edge, roll each tortilla tightly into a log shape.
  4. Slice Rolls: Using a serrated knife, cut each rolled tortilla at a 45-degree angle into five even pieces. Discard the ends as they can be uneven and less appealing.
  5. Bake Antojitos: Place the cut pieces flat onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven at 350ºF for 8 minutes to heat through and meld the flavors.
  6. Broil for Finish: After baking, switch your oven to the high broil setting. Broil the Antojitos for 5 minutes, watching carefully to ensure they do not burn. This step adds a golden, slightly crispy texture to the outside.
  7. Prepare Dipping Sauce: While the Antojitos bake, combine ½ cup sour cream with 2 tablespoons basil pesto in a small bowl to create a flavorful dipping sauce.
  8. Serve: Let the Antojitos cool slightly on the baking sheet, then serve warm alongside the basil pesto sour cream for dipping.

Notes

  • Watch the Antojitos closely when broiling to prevent burning due to the high heat.
  • For extra spice, add more cayenne pepper or include a dash of hot sauce into the filling.
  • These can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking; just add a couple extra minutes to baking time if serving from cold.
  • Use freshly made basil pesto or store-bought for convenience in the dipping sauce.
  • If desired, substitute cheddar cheese with Monterey Jack or a Mexican blend for a different flavor profile.
  • Author: Adeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 13 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

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