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:
- 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).
- Let the chicken cool slightly, then shred it using two forks.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion until softened, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- 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.
- Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese until melted and combined.
- Briefly warm the corn tortillas in a microwave (covered with a damp paper towel) or on a dry skillet to make them pliable.
- 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.
- 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!
- Let cool slightly before serving.