Hush—keep this kitchen secret quiet! This dish is unbelievably delicious and incredibly easy to make. We find ourselves cooking it all the time.

 

These oven-crisped taquitos are filled with seasoned chicken or beef and plenty of cheese, giving you a crunchy, flavorful bite—no frying required.

Oven-Baked Taquitos

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Ingredients

• Small corn tortillas – 8
• Cooked, shredded chicken or beef – 2 cups
• Shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack) – 1 cup
• Ground cumin – 1 tsp
• Garlic powder – 1 tsp
• Onion powder – 1 tsp
• Salt and pepper – to taste
• Olive oil – 1 tbsp

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  Instructions
  
  Step 1: Preheat & Combine Filling
  Heat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a mixing bowl, stir together the shredded chicken or beef, cheese, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and a bit of salt and pepper until fully combined.
  
  Step 2: Make Tortillas Pliable
  Microwave the corn tortillas briefly to soften them so they roll without tearing.
  
  Step 3: Fill & Roll
  Place about 2 tablespoons of filling near one edge of each tortilla, then roll them up tightly.
  
  Step 4: Get Them Ready to Bake
  Arrange the rolled tortillas seam-side down in a baking dish, fitting them snugly together. Lightly brush the tops with olive oil for extra crispiness.
  
  Step 5: Bake to Crisp Perfection
  Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the tortillas turn golden and crisp.
  
  Step 6: Serve
  Allow the taquitos to cool slightly, then dig in!