Description
Experience the delight of Oven Baked Chicken Taquitos, a wholesome twist on a classic comfort food. These taquitos are filled with tender shredded chicken, rich cream cheese, and a blend of spices, all wrapped in flour tortillas and baked to golden perfection. Ideal for game days, family dinners, or cozy nights in, they offer a fuss-free way to indulge in flavor without the guilt of frying. With endless customization options for the filling, you can easily adapt them to suit your tastes. Serve them with your favorite dips like guacamole or salsa for an extra kick. Enjoy this recipe that balances convenience and taste perfectly!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 8 oz (1 block) cream cheese
- 3 tbsp sour cream
- 1/3 cup salsa
- 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 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 16–18 small flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp cilantro (minced)
- 1/2 lime (juiced)
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken with spices and olive oil. Bake for 20–25 minutes until cooked through; shred.
- Increase oven temperature to 425°F (218°C). In a bowl, combine shredded chicken with cream cheese, sour cream, salsa, spices, green onions, cilantro, lime juice, and cheeses.
- Fill tortillas with the mixture and roll tightly. Place seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito (50g)
- Calories: 152
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 38mg