Cheesy Chicken Tacos Recipe

Cheesy chicken tacos with toppings on white kitchen counter

Cheesy Chicken Tacos Recipe

Juicy seasoned chicken mixed with melty cheese and wrapped in warm tortillas makes these cheesy chicken tacos the ultimate 30-minute weeknight dinner. Perfect for family taco night or entertaining friends.

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Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Resting: 5

Total Time: 35

Servings: servings (about 2 tacos each)

Calories: 465kcal

Cost: $12–15

Equipment

Large Skillet or Cast Iron Pan
Meat thermometer
Mixing bowls
Cutting board
Sharp Chef’s Knife
Tongs
Tortilla warmer or clean kitchen towel

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
0.5 teaspoon paprika
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional

For the Cheese Mixture

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
0.5 cup cream cheese softened
2 tablespoons salsa medium or hot

For Assembly

12 small flour or corn tortillas
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 cup diced tomatoes
0.5 cup diced onions
0.5 cup sour cream
0.5 cup salsa
0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped
1 lime cut into wedges
Sliced jalapeños optional

Instructions

Pat dry, rub with spices.
Sear in skillet until 165°F.
Let chicken rest 5 minutes.
Combine cheddar, Monterey Jack, cream cheese, salsa.
Shred or dice into bite-size pieces.
Stir cheese mixture into hot chicken until creamy.
Heat in skillet or microwave until pliable.
Fill tortillas, add toppings, squeeze lime.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation.

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