Crunchy Oven-Baked Chicken Taquitos
Crispy oven-baked taquitos filled with flavorful chicken and cheese, perfect for a quick meal or delicious appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken
- 8 oz Cream Cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or Mexican Blend)
- 1/2 cup Salsa
- 1 tbsp Taco Seasoning
- 1 tbsp Lime Juice
- 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (optional)
- 10 small Flour Tortillas
- as needed Cooking Spray or Olive Oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheese, salsa, taco seasoning, lime juice, and cilantro. Mix well.
- Warm the tortillas in the microwave for 20-30 seconds until pliable.
- Take a tortilla and place 2-3 tablespoons of the filling on one side. Roll tightly and place seam-side down on a greased baking sheet.
- Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling. Spray the tops with cooking spray or brush with olive oil.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown and crispy, turning halfway through.
- Remove and let cool slightly before serving with dipping sauces.
Notes
For extra crunch, ensure the taquitos are lightly sprayed with oil before baking. They can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg