Cheesy Chicken Baked Taquitos
Savor the delight of Cheesy Chicken Baked Taquitos, where crispy tortillas embrace a rich filling of seasoned chicken and melty cheese. Perfect for game nights, cozy evenings, or any gathering, these taquitos are easy to make and bursting with flavor. Elevate your culinary experience and impress your guests with this irresistible dish that promises smiles at every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 (8 taquitos total) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 large flour tortillas
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a slow cooker or pressure cooker, combine chicken breasts with cumin and chili powder. Cook on low for about 6 hours or under pressure for 30 minutes until tender. Shred the chicken with forks.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with cheese and cilantro.
- Spoon filling onto one end of each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down on the baking sheet. Lightly spray with cooking oil.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos (120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Substitute shredded beef or beans for a different protein option. Add jalapeños for extra heat or try different cheese blends for varied flavors! Serve with avocado crema or additional salsa for dipping.