Gluten-Free Crispy Chicken Taquitos

Satisfy your craving for Mexican-inspired comfort food with these irresistible Gluten-Free Crispy Chicken Taquitos! Packed with a creamy, flavorful filling of seasoned shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and a hint of fresh lime juice, these taquitos are rolled in gluten-free corn tortillas and baked to golden perfection for a healthier, crispy texture without frying. Infused with the warm, aromatic spices of cumin, garlic, and chili powder, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, these taquitos are a feast for the senses. Ready in under an hour, they’re perfect for weeknight dinners, game day snacks, or party appetizers. Serve them with your favorite salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s naturally gluten-free but universally loved.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Gluten-free corn tortillas
• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 ounces Cream cheese
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Step 2

In a large bowl, shred the cooked chicken breasts. You can do this by hand or with two forks.

Step 3

Add onion powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the chicken.

Step 4

Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese and cream cheese until well combined, ensuring the mixture is well distributed.

Step 5

Add lime juice and chopped cilantro to the chicken mixture and stir until everything is evenly mixed.

Step 6

Warm the gluten-free corn tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet for a few seconds to make them pliable.

Step 7

Place about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla. Roll the tortillas tightly to form taquitos.

Step 8

Brush each taquito with a light coat of vegetable oil to help them crisp up during baking.

Step 9

Arrange the taquitos seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 10

Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the taquitos are golden brown and crispy.

Step 11

Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes. Serve warm with your choice of salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1345.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3383.8

Total Fat 164.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 35.3g
Cholesterol 522.3mg	0%
Sodium 2716.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 321.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.6g	0%
Total Sugars 16.9g
Protein 185.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1534.4mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 1307.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.3%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 36.7%