Wondering what to do with that leftover Sunday roast? Turn it into this Chipotle Beef Baked Taquito recipe and those leftovers will disappear!
For more Mexican favorites, try these Beef Tostadas or these Ground Beef Enchiladas.
Taquitos remind me of home. Well, not home, exactly, but of my hometown.
I’m pretty sure I’ve talked about this on here before, but there is a little hole in the wall restaurant in my hometown that makes the best taquitos. I don’t make it to my hometown very often anymore, (especially since my parents don’t live there anymore), but every time I do go, this little restaurant is one of the first places I want to stop.
But maybe it’s a good thing that I don’t live close anymore, because those delicious taquitos are deep fried. My metabolism isn’t quite what it used to be when I was in high school!! But guess what? Taquitos are still good when they are baked, not fried! And this taquito recipe is a great example of this.
This taquito recipe is the perfect recipe if you have leftovers from a Sunday roast. I had a small roast in the freezer, so I just stuck it in the slow cooker in the morning, covered it with some beef broth and some spices, and left it to cook all day. Or I think these would even be equally delicious with some shredded chicken! I love recipes that can be made from leftovers, and this is one that I think would work with almost any leftover protein.
And I would also suggest using the freshest corn tortillas that you can, otherwise they may be a little hard to roll without breaking or cracking. And heating them in the microwave definitely does wonders. The only other advice I can give is not to skip the sprinkling of kosher salt on the taquitos before baking. This step seriously elevates this recipe so much. (It was also done on these baked taquitos – and that is where I fell in love with the whole sprinkling salt on your taquitos idea!)
More Taquito Recipes
Buffalo Chicken Taquitos
Mexican Shredded Beef Baked Taquitos
Baked Chicken Bacon Ranch Taquitos
Slow Cooker Sweet Pork Baked Taquitos
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Chipotle Beef Baked Taquito Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 minced chipotle in adobo seeds removed for less heat
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
- 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from the can with the chiles
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- zest from 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 3 cups cooked, shredded beef (this chipotle shredded beef recipe is my favorite)
- 12 oz crumbled Cotija cheese
- 20 (6-inch) corn tortillas
- cooking spray
- kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425ºF.
- In a large bowl, combine the minced pepper, green chiles, adobo sauce, garlic powder, coriander, chili powder, and cumin. Stir in the lime zest and the lime juice. Add the shredded beef and stir to combine.
- Wrap a few of the tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave until very warm and pliable. Place about 1 tablespoon of the cheese down the center of the tortilla, then top with 1-2 tablespoons of the beef mixture. Roll the tortilla tightly and place on a baking sheet, seam side down. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Spray the taquitos lightly with the cooking spray, then sprinkle with coarse kosher salt. Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Allow the taquitos to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Barbara @ Barbara Bakes says
I’ll have to put these on the menu. My kids would love them.
Ali says
looks delicious. Taquitos are a favorite at home but we’ve never known how to make them guess your post really helped us on that. Bookmarking the page!!
aarthi says
First time here…This looks really delicious…Following your blog straight away..If you have time Check out my blog too..
Kristy says
What a beautiful dinner! I love taquitos and haven’t ever made them at home before, and I’m all about baking them. Sounds perfect!
Joanne says
I love seeing all of your baked taquito combos! Unhealthy food made healthified speaks to my soul.
Geni says
Love taquitos! They make me swoon. This recipe looks to die for and can’t wait to give it a try.
DessertForTwo says
These look delicious! I wish someone would make these for me for dinner tonight 🙂
Jennifer @ Mother Thyme says
These look great! I always have left overs from a roast so I look forward making these next time I do!
Erin says
I love taquitos! This recipe looks great! These are making me hungry…
Nettie Moore says
Being an LA girl, I would eat Taquitos at least once a week at my fav margarita spot. These look TO DIE FOR! YUMM!
Nettie
Jen Rothmeyer (EmSun) says
This looks absolutely delicious. 🙂 Thank you for posting it.
Kim ~ Recipes To Run On says
My love of Mexican food knows no bounds…. so I cannot wait to try this! Just added it to my Recipe Box. I’m anxious to try the kosher salt on top.
Bev Weidner says
These could act as drum sticks in my stomach. WOW.
Karly says
These look amazing! I just cooked 4lbs of chicken in the crock pot yesterday, so I have a freezer full of shredded chicken just waiting to be turned into this!
Rosa says
A very yummy meal! I like that filling.
Cheers,
Rosa