Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
8 unit

Whole Wheat And Corn Tortillas (taco Size)

halved

1 tbsp

Olive Oil

1 cup

Onions

diced

4 clove

Garlic

minced

14 unit

Diced Green Chilis

2 unit

Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts

cooked and shredded

0.5 cup

Chicken Stock

1 tbsp

Cumin

0.5 tsp

Garlic Salt

2 cup

Baby Spinach

1.5 cup

Pepper Jack Cheese

shredded

0.25 cup

Fresh Cilantro

chopped

1 unit

Salsa

for dipping

1 unit

Guacamole

for dipping

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 2
~2 min

Cut tortillas in half.

Step 3
~2 min

Heat olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat.

Step 4
~2 min

Add diced onions and minced garlic to the skillet.

Step 5
~2 min

Sauté the onions and garlic for 3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6
~2 min

Add diced green chilis, shredded cooked chicken, chicken stock, cumin, and garlic salt to the skillet.

Step 7
~2 min

Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes, adding more stock if needed to prevent dryness.

Step 8
~2 min

Add baby spinach and cook until wilted.

Step 9
~2 min

Remove the skillet from heat.

Step 10
~2 min

Spread about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture on the center/cut end of a tortilla half.

Step 11
~2 min

Top with a handful of shredded pepper jack cheese.

Step 12
~2 min

Roll up the taquito tightly from the filling end and place it on the prepared baking sheet, seam side down.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 13
~2 min

Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Step 14
~2 min

Bake for 7 minutes.

Step 15
~2 min

Flip the taquitos over and bake for another 7 minutes until crispy.

Step 16
~2 min

Turn on the broiler for the last minute to crisp them up further.

Step 17
~2 min

Serve immediately with salsa and guacamole.

Step 18
~2 min

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add black beans for extra fiber and protein.

Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker preparation.

Serve with sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of Mexican rice and refried beans.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Refried Beans
Corn Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Popular Mexican comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Fiestas

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Game Day
Party Appetizer

Popularity Score

75/100

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