These crispy baked chicken taquitos are keto-friendly, gluten-free, and oh-so-delicious. They’re healthier and easier to make than traditional fried taquitos!
Looking for a healthier way to satisfy your craving for Mexican food? Give these keto-friendly and gluten-free baked chicken taquitos a try!
Not only is this recipe healthier than traditional fried taquitos, but it’s also much easier to make. Just mix the four-ingredient filling, roll your taquitos, and toss them in the oven. You can even mix up the sauce while they bake.
How to make baked chicken taquitos
This tasty Mexican-inspired dish comes together in six easy steps with only eight ingredients.
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a rimmed baking sheet, then set aside.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, cheeses, and taco seasoning.
Step 3: Place about 3 tablespoons of the chicken filling in the middle of the tortilla.
Step 4: Roll tightly, then place seam-side down on the prepared baking tray. Repeat with the remaining filling and tortillas.
Step 5: Brush the tops of the taquitos with olive oil, then bake for 25 minutes until crispy.
Step 6: While the taquitos are baking, prepare the dipping sauce by mixing together the lime juice, sour cream, fresh cilantro, and salsa in a small bowl.
You can dip the taquitos in the sauce, spoon it over top, or both. I like to add a little more fresh cilantro as well!
Variations for this recipe
Taquitos can be made so many different ways. I love this simple version with chicken, but feel free to get creative!
One option would be to switch up the protein filling. Instead of chicken, you could use ground beef, pork, chorizo, or a mix. You could also ditch the meat and just make cheese taquitos.
You can also mix it up with your dipping sauce. Guacamole, salsa, and sour cream would all be great choices! Just make sure you choose something low in carbs if you want your dish to be keto-friendly.
Finally, if you don’t have time to make your own keto tortillas, you can always pick up your favorite brand from the store. But remember to check the label to make sure the net carbs are in the range that works for you.
Storage
You can store leftover taquitos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for two days. I recommend reheating them in the oven to get them hot and crispy.
Looking for longer storage? You can also freeze taquitos in an airtight container for up to 3 months!
Other keto-friendly chicken recipes
Chicken is an excellent way to get plenty of protein on a keto or low-carb diet. Best of all, there are so many different ways to enjoy it! Here are a few of my favorite low-carb chicken recipes I know you’ll love:
You’ll find even more inspiration in this roundup of my favorite healthy diabetic chicken recipes!
When you’ve tried these taquitos, please don’t forget to let me know how you liked them and rate them in the comments below!
Baked Chicken Taquitos
Ingredients
- 12 homemade keto tortillas, (or store bought)
- 1 pound cooked chicken, (shredded)
- 2 cups shredded cheese, (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 4 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, (chopped)
- ⅓ cup salsa
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a rimmed baking sheet, then set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, cheeses, and taco seasoning.
- Place about 3 tablespoons of the chicken filling in the middle of the tortilla.
- Roll tightly, then place seam-side down on the prepared baking tray. Repeat with the remaining filling and tortillas.
- Brush the tops of the taquitos with olive oil, then bake for 25 minutes until crispy.
- While the taquitos are baking, prepare the dipping sauce by mixing together the lime juice, sour cream, fresh cilantro, and salsa in a small bowl.
A Manisha
very yummy recipe…
provide the number of servings…
Christel Oerum
You can see the servings down in the recipe card. Since it has 6 servings and 12 tortillas, each serving is 2 Taquitos