Cheesy Chicken Taquitos – Easy Recipes for Crispy Perfection
These cheesy chicken taquitos are a go-to for anyone seeking easy recipes packed with flavor and crunch. Perfect for weeknight dinners or party appetizers.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 10 small tortillas
- Olive oil spray
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, cheese, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper, lime juice, and sour cream.
- Spoon the mixture onto tortillas, roll them up tightly, and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Lightly spray taquitos with olive oil and bake for 15–20 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Meanwhile, prepare the avocado lime crema by blending avocado, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), lime juice, cilantro, and salt until smooth.
- Serve taquitos warm with avocado lime crema on the side or drizzled over top.