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Oven-Baked Chicken Taquitos

Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Taquitos You’ll Crave Tonight

Oven-Baked Chicken Taquitos are a delightful fusion of flavors, ready in just 40 minutes, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 taquitos
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Adds richness.
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese Offers a hint of heat.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin Adds earthy warmth.
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder Revives the filling.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Lends aromatic flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder Adds subtle sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro Adds freshness.
For the Tortillas
  • 8 pieces flour or corn tortillas Choose corn for traditional flavor.
For Cooking & Serving
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil spray or olive oil For crispy texture.
  • 1 cup salsa Dipping sauce.
  • 1 cup sour cream Dipping sauce.
  • 1 cup guacamole Dipping sauce.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper
  • microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, pepper jack cheese, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and chopped cilantro.
  3. Warm your tortillas in the microwave between two damp paper towels for about 20-30 seconds.
  4. Lay a warm tortilla flat, add 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken filling along one edge, and roll tightly.
  5. Continue filling and rolling until the filling mixture is used up or all tortillas are filled.
  6. Lightly spray or brush the tops of the rolled taquitos with olive oil.
  7. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  8. Allow the taquitos to cool for 5 minutes before serving with salsa, sour cream, and guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 2taquitosCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make sure to warm the tortillas properly to avoid cracking while rolling.

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