Guadalajara Chicken Taquito Bake

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 12
Delicious Guadalajara Chicken Taquito Bake recipe perfect for dinner
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

20 large corn tortillas
4 cups diced cooked chicken
2 white onions , diced
2 teaspoons cumin
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons margarine
2 cans Ro-Tel tomatoes
2 cans diced green chilies or ( 4 ounce ) cans diced jalapeno peppers
10 slices pre cooked bacon , diced
2 cans cream of chicken soup
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups milk
2 cups cheddar cheese or 2 cups monterey jack pepper cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
594
Sugar
5g
Fat
32g
Guadalajara Chicken Taquito Bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. This dish is inspired by the flavors of Guadalajara, Mexico, where spicy and flavorful dishes are the norm. The crispy tortillas are filled with a mixture of chicken, bacon, and spices, then smothered in cheese and baked until bubbly. It is a satisfying dish that will please any appetite and is perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a large casserole dish.
2.In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until softened.
3.Add the diced chicken, cumin, and margarine to the skillet. Sauté until the chicken is heated through.
4.Add the Ro-Tel tomatoes, diced green chilies or jalapeno peppers, pre-cooked bacon, cream of chicken soup, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and milk to the skillet. Heat until everything is combined and heated through.
5.Spread out the tortillas on a flat surface. Spoon the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, then roll each tortilla tightly and place seam-side down in the casserole dish.
6.Sprinkle the grated cheese over the top of the rolled tortillas in the casserole dish.
7.Bake the taquito bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the tortillas are crispy.
8.Remove from the oven and let sit for a few minutes before serving.
9.

PROS

This taquito bake is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time for a quick and easy dinner.

It is a crowd-pleasing dish that will satisfy everyone’s appetite.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It may not be suitable for those who are lactose intolerant or have a sensitivity to spicy foods.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains protein from the chicken and calcium from the cheese.
The cumin and chili powder in this recipe have been linked to supporting healthy digestion and reducing inflammation in the body.
Jalapeno peppers have also been linked to reducing blood pressure and boosting metabolism.

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