Chicken Lime Taquitos
Crispy, zesty, and packed with flavor, Chicken Lime Taquitos are the ultimate quick and satisfying meal for any occasion. This easy recipe features tender shredded chicken infused with fresh lime juice, lime zest, and a blend of bold spices like chili powder and garlic powder for a tangy, smoky kick. Mixed with a blend of melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, the filling is irresistibly creamy and savory. Rolled in soft tortillas and baked to golden perfection, these taquitos are a healthier alternative to frying while still delivering that delightful crunch. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, party appetizer, or game-day snack, serve them with sour cream, salsa, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a crowd-pleasing platter bursting with vibrant Tex-Mex flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re a must-try for anyone craving delicious, homemade taquitos.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Shredded cooked chicken
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 12 pieces Small flour or corn tortillas
- 2 tablespoons Cooking oil (for brushing or spraying)
- 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional; for serving)
- 0.5 cup Salsa (optional; for serving)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro (optional; for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the spices and lime.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese to the chicken mixture, and stir until well combined.
Warm the tortillas slightly in the microwave (about 20 seconds) to make them pliable and easier to roll.
Place about 2 tablespoons of the chicken and cheese mixture at one end of a tortilla, then tightly roll it up into a taquito shape. Place the rolled taquito seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and chicken filling, spacing the taquitos slightly apart on the baking sheet.
Brush or spray the taquitos lightly with cooking oil to help them achieve a golden, crispy exterior while baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the taquitos are golden brown and crispy, turning them halfway through the baking time for even cooking.
Remove the taquitos from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve the Chicken Lime Taquitos with sour cream, salsa, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3258 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 160.3 g | 206% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.9 g | 380% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 687 mg | 229% | |
| Sodium | 5966 mg | 259% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.2 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 235.5 g | 471% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 2328 mg | 179% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 2322 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
