Chicken Taquitos

5 from 3 votes

Crispy baked chicken taquitos filled with cheesy chicken make an easy dinner, freezer-friendly snack, or party appetizer.

Course Dinner

Cuisine Mexican, Tex-Mex

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings taquitos

Calories 209kcal

Author Blair Lonergan

Ingredients

10 (6-inch) flour tortillas (I use Mission brand)
1 cup cooked, finely-diced or shredded chicken
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
⅓ cup salsa or taco sauce
Optional garnishes for serving: salsa, guacamole, sour cream, olives, sliced green onion, pico de gallo, chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
In a large bowl, stir together the chicken, cheese, and salsa.
Divide the chicken mixture evenly down the side of each tortilla. Roll up.
Arrange the taquitos seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Spritz the tops of the taquitos with oil or cooking spray (this helps them brown and crisp in the oven).
Bake the taquitos until golden brown and crispy, about 15 to 20 minutes.

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Notes

Air Fryer Instructions: Assemble the taquitos as instructed. Lightly spray the taquitos with oil or cooking spray to help them crisp. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F. Arrange the taquitos in a single layer in the air fryer basket, seam-side down. Don't overcrowd -- cook in batches if necessary. Air fry for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through for even browning.

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