Chicken and Pepperjack Taquitos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Chicken and Pepperjack Taquitos are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or meal option. Filled with shredded chicken and spicy Pepperjack cheese, they offer a satisfying crunch and a burst of flavor in every bite.

This chicken recipe is perfect for parties, game days, or a quick weeknight dinner. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauces for an extra kick.

Crispy Chicken and Pepperjack Taquitos

These taquitos feature tender shredded chicken mixed with Pepperjack cheese, rolled in corn tortillas, and baked until crispy. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 cup Pepperjack cheese, shredded
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 corn tortillas
Cooking spray or oil for brushing
Sour cream or salsa for serving

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Mix the Filling: In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Pepperjack cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Prepare the Tortillas: Heat the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side to make them pliable.
Assemble the Taquitos: Place about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture on one end of each tortilla. Roll them tightly and place seam-side down on a baking sheet.
Bake: Lightly spray or brush the taquitos with cooking spray or oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve with sour cream or salsa for dipping.