Description
If you are unfamiliar with the concept, a Crispy Baked Taquito Casserole is essentially a layered dish that uses frozen or pre-made taquitos as its primary structure. A taquito, which literally translates to little taco, is a small rolled tortilla filled with meat and cheese that is typically fried until crisp. In this recipe, we take those individual units and arrange them in a baking dish. Instead of eating them plain, we drench them in a custom-blended sauce that bridges the gap between a traditional enchilada and a creamy gratin.
Ingredients
1 (9×13-inch) pan frozen taquitos (about 20–24; chicken or beef)
2 cups shredded Mexican-blend or cheddar cheese
1½ cups enchilada sauce (red or green)
1 cup sour cream
½ cup milk
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp chili powder
Salt & pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
Diced green onions
Chopped cilantro
Sliced jalapeños
Diced tomatoes
Black olives
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Arrange taquitos in a single layer in the dish.
Mix sauce:
In a bowl, whisk together enchilada sauce, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.Pour sauce evenly over the taquitos.
Top with cheese and any optional toppings you like.
Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden.
Broil (optional):
Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end for extra crispiness—watch closely.
Notes
This Crispy Baked Taquito Casserole is easy to customize—swap in chicken, beef, or black beans, add sautéed peppers or corn for extra flavor, and finish with your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or fresh cilantro. Leftovers reheat well and make a great next-day lunch or quick dinner option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 460 kcal
Keywords: Crunchy Taquito Bake, Cheesy Rolled Taco Casserole, Mexican Taquito Dinner, Baked Enchilada Taquitos