Name: Low Calorie High Protein Chicken Taquitos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 10 taquitos
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 16 ounces skinless rotisserie chicken; 1 packet low sodium taco seasoning; 0.5 cup nonfat Greek yogurt; 0.5 cup low fat cheddar cheese; 4 ounces green chilies; 10 corn tortillas; Hot sauce; Low-calorie ranch; Chives

Low Calorie High Protein Chicken Taquitos

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Low Calorie High Protein Chicken Taquitos

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Low Calorie High Protein Chicken Taquitos

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a large bowl, mix shredded rotisserie chicken with taco seasoning, Greek yogurt, cheddar cheese, and green chilies until well combined.

Wrap 5 tortillas at a time in a damp paper towel and foil. Bake them for 10 minutes to soften.

Spoon filling into each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down on a baking sheet.

Lightly spray with oil if desired and bake for 15–20 minutes until crispy and golden.

Top with hot sauce, low-calorie ranch, and chives, if using. Serve warm.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Dry Your Chicken First 🏜️
Pat the rotisserie chicken completely dry with paper towels before shredding to remove excess moisture, which prevents soggy taquitos and ensures better crisping during baking.
Greek Yogurt Temperature Trick 🧊
Use room-temperature Greek yogurt when mixing your filling to achieve better incorporation and a creamier texture without lumps.
Tortilla Steaming Technique 🌫️
Warm your corn tortillas over steam for 30 seconds before filling to make them pliable and prevent cracking when rolling your taquitos.
Oil Spray Strategy 🎯
Use cooking spray on a parchment-lined baking sheet and spray the assembled taquitos generously on all sides for maximum crispiness with minimal added fat.
Seam-Side-Down Placement 📌
Always place taquitos seam-side down on the baking sheet to prevent them from unraveling and to create a sealed, crispy exterior during baking.