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Crunchy Oven-Baked Chicken Taquitos

Crunchy Oven-Baked Chicken Taquitos Your New Family Favorite

Crunchy Oven-Baked Chicken Taquitos are easy to make, crowd-pleasing, and a healthier alternative to fried taquitos.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 taquitos
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken using rotisserie chicken saves time
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese opt for low-fat for a lighter version
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or Mexican Blend) try Monterey Jack for variety
  • 1/2 cup Salsa choose your preferred heat level
  • 1 tbsp Taco Seasoning mix your own for personal touch
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice substitutable with lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro optional; use parsley if preferred
For the Taquitos
  • 10 small Flour Tortillas corn tortillas for gluten-free option

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • Kitchen towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
  3. Mix together shredded cooked chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheese, salsa, taco seasoning, lime juice, and cilantro in a mixing bowl.
  4. Warm small flour tortillas in a skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds on each side.
  5. Spoon about two tablespoons of filling onto one end of a tortilla, roll it tightly, and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
  6. Lightly spray or brush the taquitos with oil before baking.
  7. Bake the taquitos in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, flip them, and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Let them cool for a few minutes before serving warm with dipping sauces like guacamole, sour cream, or salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 2taquitosCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These taquitos can be customized based on dietary preferences, making them versatile for any family meal.

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