Crunchy Oven-Baked Chicken Taquitos
Crunchy oven-baked chicken taquitos are the ultimate comfort food, delivering a satisfying crunch with every bite. These flavorful rolls combine tender shredded chicken, zesty spices, and gooey cheese wrapped in crispy tortillas. Perfect for game nights, family dinners, or casual gatherings, they are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Serve them with sour cream and salsa for an irresistible dip that elevates the experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for dipping)
- 1/2 cup salsa (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a pot, boil the chicken breasts in salted water for about 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Shred using two forks.
- In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with cumin, paprika, cilantro, and cheese until well combined.
- Warm tortillas briefly until pliable. Place about two tablespoons of filling on each tortilla and roll tightly.
- Arrange rolled taquitos seam-side down in the prepared dish. Spray lightly with cooking spray and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm with sour cream and salsa for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg