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chicken taquitos

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Blue Ribbon Recipe by
Christine Cuneo
@frilled2b
Tonawanda, NY

Serve with my red enchilada sauce, taco sauce, guacamole, and sour cream, or whatever else you can think of. These make a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner. They are great for game day or a snack, too. Don’t buy them in the store; these homemade taquitos are much better. You can use your choice of cheese and fillings. Like tacos, just neater to eat. Taquitos have plenty of kid appeal.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

These chicken taquitos are a budget-friendly recipe that can be made in a snap. Prep these in the morning if you're having a busy day. Then, right before serving, quickly roll the corn tortillas and bake them. The taquito ingredients are simple, affordable, and very tasty. When baked, the taquitos are crispy and have a zesty flavor. Serve with your favorite salsa and guacamole for an easy appetizer or lighter meal.

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
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yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For chicken taquitos

  • 2 can
    chunk chicken, drained and flaked (5 oz each)
  • 1/4 c
    very finely diced onion
  • 1/4 c
    salsa
  • 1/2 c
    cheese (Mexican blend, cheddar, or whatever else suits your fancy)
  • 1/2 tsp
    garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    chili powder
  • 1 tsp
    cumin
  • 12
    corn tortillas

How To Make chicken taquitos

  • Filling ingredients in a bowl.
    1
    Preheat oven to 400 F. Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Taste it.
  • Filling in a resealable container to chill.
    2
    If it suits your fancy, put it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  • Corn tortillas on a plate.
    3
    Place corn tortillas on a plate and cover them with damp paper towels (I do 6 at a time).
  • Microwaving tortillas.
    4
    Microwave them until warm and pliable, about 45 seconds.
  • Top each tortilla with 1/4 cup of the mixture.
    5
    Top each tortilla with 1/4 cup of the mixture, spreading it to an inch from the edges.
  • Rolled tortillas on a baking sheet with the seam sides down.
    6
    Roll up the tortillas tight and place them on a sprayed foil-lined baking sheet with the seam sides down.
  • Spraying cooking oil over the taquitos.
    7
    Spray the taquitos lightly with olive oil cooking spray.
  • Baking the taquitos.
    8
    Then bake until the filling is heated through and the tortillas are lightly browned, about 8 to 12 minutes
  • Chicken Taquitos out of the oven.
    9
    Serve with my red enchilada sauce, taco sauce, guacamole, and sour cream, or whatever else you can think of.
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