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These baked taquitos are filled with seasoned chicken or beef and cheese, offering a crispy texture and savory flavor without the need for deep frying.

Oven-Baked Taquitos

Ingredients:

INGREDIENTS	AMOUNT
Small corn tortillas	8
Cooked and shredded chicken or beef	2 cups
Shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)	1 cup
Ground cumin	1 teaspoon
Garlic powder	1 teaspoon
Onion powder	1 teaspoon
Salt and pepper	To taste
Olive oil	1 tablespoon

How To Make Oven-Baked Taquitos:

Step 1: Preheat Oven and Prep Filling: Preheat your oven to 400F (200C). In a large bowl, combine the 2 cups shredded chicken or beef with the 1 cup shredded cheese, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

Step 2: Prep Tortillas: Warm the 8 corn tortillas slightly in the microwave (a few seconds each) to make them more pliable and prevent cracking when rolling.

Step 3: Assemble Taquitos: Place about 2 tablespoons of the filling on one side of each warmed tortilla, then roll them up tightly.

Step 4: Arrange and Oil: Place the rolled tortillas seam-side down in a glass baking dish, making sure they are tightly packed to help them hold their shape. Brush the tops of the taquitos with the 1 tablespoon olive oil to help them brown and crisp up.

Step 5: Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the tortillas are lightly browned and crispy.

Step 6: Serve: Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

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