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Crunchy Oven-Baked Chicken Taquitos

Crispy Crunchy Oven-Baked Chicken Taquitos Everyone Loves

Enjoy these Crunchy Oven-Baked Chicken Taquitos, a delightful and customizable dish perfect for gatherings or quick dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 taquitos
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken rotisserie chicken makes it super easy!
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened; consider low-fat for a lighter touch
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend, or your favorite melting cheese
  • 1/2 cup salsa choose based on your spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon taco seasoning enhances traditional flavors
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice lemon juice is a great alternative
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro optional; skip if not preferred
Wrapping
  • 10-12 small flour tortillas corn tortillas are gluten-free
  • cooking spray or olive oil helps achieve a crispy texture
Optional Toppings
  • guacamole
  • sour cream
  • additional salsa

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • microwave

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine all filling ingredients and mix well.
  4. Warm tortillas in the microwave for about 10-15 seconds.
  5. Spoon filling onto each tortilla and roll tightly.
  6. Lightly spray or brush the tops with olive oil.
  7. Bake for 15 minutes, then carefully flip and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 2taquitosCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make sure to adjust cooking time if using frozen taquitos. These are perfect for parties and game-day celebrations.

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