Crispy Chicken Taquitos (Printable)
Golden rolled tortillas stuffed with seasoned chicken, cheese, and spices, baked until perfectly crispy.
# What goes in:
→ Chicken Filling
01 - 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
02 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
03 - 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
04 - 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
05 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 2 tablespoons sour cream
→ Taquitos
13 - 12 small corn tortillas (6-inch)
14 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
→ For Serving
15 - Salsa
16 - Guacamole
17 - Sour cream
18 - Lime wedges
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, onion, cilantro, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and sour cream. Mix well until fully combined.
03 - Wrap tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30–45 seconds until pliable and easy to roll.
04 - Place about 2 tablespoons of the chicken filling along one edge of each tortilla. Roll up tightly and place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Brush or spray the tops and sides of taquitos lightly with vegetable oil to ensure even browning.
06 - Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, turning once halfway through for even crispiness on all sides.
07 - Serve hot immediately with salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and fresh lime wedges for dipping.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The crunch to filling ratio is absolutely perfect every time
- They reheat beautifully so you can make them ahead for parties
02 -
- Skipping the tortilla warming step will result in cracks and sad, falling apart taquitos
- Crowding the baking sheet traps steam and keeps them from getting properly crispy
03 -
- Frying them in hot oil gives restaurant level crunch if you have the time
- Seam side down placement keeps them from unraveling while they bake