Ingredients:

  • 1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) diced onion
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) black pepper
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) chicken broth or water
  • 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar cheese, or Monterey Jack, or a blend
  • 12 (6-inch/15cm) corn tortillas
  • Cooking spray

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook until cooked through and no longer pink inside (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
  2. Let the chicken cool slightly, then shred it using two forks.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté onion until softened, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds. Add the shredded chicken and chicken broth. Simmer until the liquid is absorbed.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese until melted and combined.
  6. Briefly warm the corn tortillas in a microwave (covered with a damp paper towel) or on a dry skillet to make them pliable.
  7. Place about 2 tablespoons of chicken filling in the center of each tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  8. Spray the taquitos lightly with cooking spray. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. These Baked Chicken Taquitos are awesome!
  9. Let cool slightly before serving.