Chicken Taquitos
Chicken taquitos are a crowd-pleasing, crispy Mexican favorite filled with tender shredded chicken, melty cheese, and bold spices. They're oven-baked for crunch, making them perfect for easy dinners, party snacks, or meal prep. Serve hot with guacamole, salsa, or sour cream.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 12 small corn tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well blended.
- Warm tortillas by stacking them on a microwave-safe plate, covering with a damp kitchen towel, and microwaving for 30 seconds to 1 minute until soft and pliable.
- Place 2 tablespoons of chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Lightly brush the tops of the taquitos with olive oil using a pastry or silicone brush.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve hot with dips like guacamole, salsa, or sour cream.
Nutrition
Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 28gFat: 23gSodium: 620mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1g
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