High-Protein Baked Chicken Taquitos
Delicious and healthy high-protein baked taquitos, perfect for snacks or meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: High-Protein
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 10 small corn or flour tortillas
- Cooking spray
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cheese, salsa, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and season with salt and pepper.
- Warm the tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds to make them pliable.
- Spoon a small portion of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla and roll tightly.
- Place the rolled taquitos seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Lightly spray the taquitos with cooking spray to help them crisp up during baking.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve with additional salsa or guacamole on the side.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños. For a vegetarian option, substitute with black beans or sautéed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg