Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of our Oven Baked Chicken Taquitos Recipe! These flavorful taquitos are filled with seasoned shredded chicken and a creamy cheese mixture, all wrapped in soft flour tortillas and baked to crispy perfection. Perfect for family meals, game nights, or casual gatherings, they offer a guilt-free way to enjoy your favorite comfort food without frying. Customize the fillings to suit your taste, and serve with an array of dips for a delightful culinary experience everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large chicken breasts
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/3 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 16–18 small flour tortillas
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp sour cream
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp coriander
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 green onions (minced)
- 2 tbsp cilantro (minced)
- 1 lime (juiced)
- 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for serving)
- 1 tbsp cilantro (minced, for serving)
- 1/2 lime (juiced, for serving)
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken breasts with olive oil and spices; bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and shred.
- Increase oven temperature to 425°F (218°C). Mix cream cheese, sour cream, salsa, spices, green onions, cilantro, lime juice, and shredded chicken until combined.
- Fill each tortilla with a few tablespoons of filling; roll tightly and place seam-side down on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito (approx. 60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg