Description
Tender shredded chicken cooked slowly in a crockpot with bold Mexican flavors, rolled into small tortillas, topped with melted cheese, then baked until golden and crispy. This easy crockpot chicken taquito recipe makes a satisfying main dish or snack perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Chicken Mixture
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Assembly
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 8 small tortillas (corn or flour)
- Cooking spray or oil for baking
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken mixture: In your crockpot, combine the cooked shredded chicken, salsa, cumin, and garlic powder, stirring well to mix all the ingredients evenly. This flavorful mixture will infuse the chicken with bold spices as it cooks slowly.
- Cook in the crockpot: Set your crockpot to low and cook the chicken mixture for 2 to 3 hours. This slow cooking process ensures the chicken is heated through and the flavors meld beautifully.
- Preheat the oven: When the chicken is ready, preheat your oven to 200°C (about 400°F) to prepare for baking the taquitos to a crispy finish.
- Assemble the taquitos: Spoon a generous amount of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, sprinkle with shredded cheese, then roll the tortillas tightly around the filling ensuring the seam is on the bottom to seal them.
- Prepare for baking: Arrange the rolled taquitos seam-side down on a baking sheet. Lightly spray or brush the tops with oil or cooking spray to promote browning and crispiness during baking.
- Bake to perfection: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the taquitos for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and crispy all over.
- Serve warm: Remove from the oven and serve your taquitos warm. They pair wonderfully with sides like sour cream, guacamole, or your favorite salsa for dipping.
Notes
- You can use either corn or flour tortillas based on your taste preference or dietary needs.
- For extra heat, add chopped jalapeños to the chicken mixture before cooking.
- Serve with sour cream, guacamole, or additional salsa to enhance the flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
