Easy Cheesy Taco Breadsticks with Dipping Sauce

Short description
These Easy Cheesy Taco Breadsticks are soft, cheesy, and packed with seasoned chicken, all wrapped in buttery pizza dough and served with a tangy sour cream dipping sauce.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Deliciously crowd‑pleasing – always a hit at parties and family gatherings. reddit.com+10picky-palate.com+10instagram.com+10
• Super‑simple prep – uses store‑bought pizza dough and shredded chicken for speedy assembly. bettycrocker.com+4picky-palate.com+4oldelpaso.com+4
• Flavor‑packed – warm, cheesy with a zesty taco seasoning kick—great with dipping sauce. facebook.com

ingredients

(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)

• 1 cup finely shredded cooked chicken breast
• 2½ tsp Old El Paso taco seasoning, divided
• 12 oz prepared pizza dough
• 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup sour cream

directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. picky-palate.com+1pinterest.com+1iwashyoudry.com+5oldelpaso.com+5picky-palate.com+5
2. In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken with 1 tsp taco seasoning. Stir to coat. allrecipes.com+12oldelpaso.com+12picky-palate.com+12
3. Roll dough into a rough rectangle covering most of the sheet.
4. On one half of the dough, layer half the cheese, then the seasoned chicken, followed by the remaining cheese. bettycrocker.com+2oldelpaso.com+2picky-palate.com+2allrecipes.com+3kitchenfunwithmy3sons.com+3pinterest.com+3
5. Fold the empty dough half over the filling and press edges to seal.
6. Sprinkle the top with remaining ½ tsp taco seasoning. Cut into 1‑inch strips using a pizza cutter.
7. Bake 20–25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
8. Meanwhile, whisk together sour cream with 1 tsp taco seasoning to make the dipping sauce.
9. Remove breadsticks, let cool 5 minutes, then separate and serve with the sauce.

Servings and timing

• Servings: 8 breadsticks oldelpaso.com+1picky-palate.com+1facebook.com
• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Bake time: 20–25 minutes
• Total time: 30–35 minutes

Variations

• Spicy kick: Use pepper jack cheese or add diced jalapeños in the filling. allrecipes.com+13iwashyoudry.com+13kitchenfunwithmy3sons.com+13allrecipes.com+2allrecipes.com+2allrecipes.com+2
• Beef version: Substitute ground beef seasoned with taco spices.
• Vegetarian option: Replace chicken with seasoned black beans. recipesbyclare.com
• Different cheese: Swap cheddar for Colby-Jack or Mexican blend. recipesbyclare.com
• Alternative dips: Try salsa, guacamole, ranch-taco blend, or cilantro‑lime crema. recipesbyclare.com

storage/reheating

• Storage: Seal breadsticks in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. iwashyoudry.com+4picky-palate.com+4oldelpaso.com+4
• Reheating:
  • Oven: Preheat to 350 °F; bake 10–12 minutes until warmed.
  • Air fryer: Heat at 350 °F for 3–5 minutes.
  • Microwave: Warm in 30‑second bursts until hot (texture may soften).

FAQs

1. Can I prep these ahead of time?

Yes—assemble the breadsticks, wrap them in plastic, and refrigerate for up to a day. Bake just before serving.

2. What if I want gluten‑free?

Use gluten‑free pizza dough or a tortilla wrap; adjust baking time accordingly.

3. Can I freeze them?

Yes. Freeze unbaked sticks on a tray, then transfer to a bag. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.

4. Can I use ground beef instead of chicken?

Absolutely. Cook 1 lb ground beef with taco seasoning, drain, cool, and proceed as usual.

5. How do I make them spicier?

Mix diced jalapeños into the filling or add cayenne pepper to the meat mixture.

6. What’s a good dipping sauce?

Try salsa, guacamole, queso, or a cilantro‑lime crema blend for variety.

7. Can I make them vegetarian?

Yes—swap chicken for seasoned black beans or sautéed vegetables.

8. How do I prevent cheese from leaking out?

Pinch seams tightly and bake cheese-side up to minimize leaks.

9. Are these kid-friendly?

Yes, kids love the cheesy, handheld format—just adjust spice levels to taste.

10. Can I double the recipe?

Definitely—just use two dough packages and a larger baking sheet; bake in batches.

Conclusion

These Easy Cheesy Taco Breadsticks are the ultimate comfort‑food finger food—crisp, cheesy, savory, and perfect for any gathering. With prep shortcuts like rotisserie chicken and store‑bought dough, they come together in half an hour. Versatile and full of fun variations, they’re sure to become a regular in your appetizer rotation!

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