Baked Chicken Taquitos

We love tacos in our home!!  I bet we have them at least 2-3 times a month.  Well this time I wanted to try something different for taco night.  I love Taquito's and it never occurred to me to make them myself.  I think this recipe is fantastic!  My husband even approved the change in taco night and loved these. I cant wait to make them again, maybe with shredded beef next time!

Baked Chicken Taquito's

2-3 chicken breasts, boiled and shredded

3 ounces soft cream cheese

1 Tbsp lime juice

1 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp cumin

1/2 tsp onion powder

3 Tbsp fresh chopped cilantro

1 Tbsp fresh minced garlic

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, I used sharp

1 package corn tortillas or flour

sour cream, optional

salsa, optional

guacamole, optional

Combine all ingredients together in a bowl and set aside.  Warm corn tortillas 1 at a time in between two damp paper towels and heat for 30 seconds.  This helps the tortillas from cracking when you roll them. Spread chicken mixture in the tortilla, about 2 Tbsp and roll.  I used a toothpick to help keep the tortillas together.  Place seem side down and bake on a sprayed cookie sheet at 350 for 10-12 minutes.

Bake longer if you want it extra crispy.

Serve with sour cream, salsa and my personal favorite guacamole!

My Notes:

When I was boiling the chicken I added about 1 Tbsp of taco seasoning to the water for a little added flavor to the chicken.