I was a busy working mom of four, so I know the struggle of getting dinner on the table quickly while still keeping it delicious and family-approved. This easy Chicken Taquito Recipe is  the perfect balance of convenience and flavor, making it a go-to dinner for hectic weeknights.

The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity. Shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and a few pantry staples come together to create a dish that’s crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor.

Baking the taquitos means they’re a bit healthier than their fried counterparts, but they still have that satisfying crunch that makes them a favorite for both kids and adults alike. When life is busy, meals like this are lifesavers, so add it to your dinner menu today.

Recipe ingredients

• Shredded Chicken

• Shredded Cheese

• Salsa

• Cumin

• Tortillas

See recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

How to Make Chicken Taquitos

The main ingredient in these babies is the shredded chicken.  Whether you bake your own, use leftovers or buy a rotisserie chicken they will be awesome.

Add the shredded cheese, salsa and cumin to the chicken and mix to combine.

Take about 1/3 cup of filling and place it on our 5th ingredient…fajita sized flour tortillas. To get a good roll, place the filling on one side of the tortilla in a long line.

Starting at the side with filling, roll them up tightly and place them seam side down onto a baking sheet that has been sprayed with nonstick spray.

Once all of them are rolled and on the cookie sheet, finish by spraying the top of the taquitos with nonstick spray and a nice sprinkling of kosher salt.

Bake in a 425 degree oven for 12-15 minutes or until the taquitos are crisp on the outside.

Recipe Variations

• Use your favorite tortillas, both corn and flour tortillas work. If you use corn tortillas, I suggest microwaving them for about 15 seconds so that they are soft enough to roll without cracking.
• Change the protein in the filling and add leftover pulled pork, steak or hamburger.

Pro Tips

• Add salt to the outside of the taquitos before baking to get the taste and texture of tortilla chip.
• Use rotisserie or leftover chicken for the filling.
• Adjust the spice level of the recipe by adding mild, medium or hot salsa.
• Don’t fill the tortillas with too much filling, otherwise they may be hard to roll.
• If the tortilla does not want to stay wrapped, secure with a toothpick.

Can I Freeze Homemade Chicken Taquitos?

Yes, you can freeze the taquitos and now is the perfect time.  Place them in the freezer just like this. Once the taquitos are frozen solid, place them into a freezer bag and freeze.

How to Reheat

When you are ready to eat, follow the baking directions but add a couple of additional minutes {15-20 minutes}.

Serving Homemade Baked Chicken Taquitos

I love to stack the chicken taquitos onto a serving tray and add some fun toppings.  Lettuce, tomato and avocado are always a great idea.

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