Chicken Taquitos, Baked
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
12 taquitos
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Calories
125 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Chicken Taquitos, Baked
Description
This recipe begins by seasoning shredded pre-cooked chicken with a blend of warm spices including cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, and black pepper, infusing it with Tex-Mex flavors. Corn tortillas are softened between damp paper towels to prevent cracking during rolling. Each tortilla is filled with a portion of the spiced chicken and a slice of Mexican-style shredded cheese before being rolled tightly and placed seam-side down on an oiled baking sheet to keep their shape during baking.
Brushing the outside of the rolled taquitos with oil ensures a crispy, golden finish after baking at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for about 20 minutes. The baking method provides a healthier alternative to frying while maintaining texture and taste. Once baked, these taquitos offer a satisfying crunch with a melty, flavorful filling of tender chicken and melted cheese.
They can be served with a variety of toppings such as diced lettuce, tomatoes, fresh salsa, guacamole, or crema to add freshness and contrasting textures. These adaptable taquitos work well as snacks, appetizers, or part of a larger meal.
Ingredients
- 1 chicken shredded (you'll need 3 cups, pre-cooked, roisterer
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup mexican-style cheese blend shredded
- 12 corn tortillas
- cooking oil I used avocado oil, for coating tortillas
- lettuce diced tomatoes, salsa, guacamole, crema (optional, toppings, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly brush with oil. Set aside.
- In a small bowl whisk together the cumin, garlic powder, chili powder and pepper. Sprinkle over shredded chicken and mix so all the chicken is seasoned.
- Soften the corn tortillas by placing them between damp paper towels and microwave for about 25-35 seconds.
- Fill each tortilla with 3-4 tablespoons of chicken and top with 1 tablespoon of cheese. Roll up and place the taquito with the seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush each taquito with oil and bake for 20 minutes or until the tortillas are crispy.
- Serve with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12taquitos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 125 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 125kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 121mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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