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Cream Cheese Chicken Tacos

Cream Cheese Chicken Tacos

These creamy, flavorful chicken tacos with a rich cream cheese sauce are perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 8 tortilla small flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with chili powder, cumin, and salt, then cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes per side.
  • Remove chicken from skillet and shred using two forks.
  • In the same skillet, add cream cheese and sour cream; stir until melted and smooth.
  • Return shredded chicken to skillet and mix well with the cream cheese sauce.
  • Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
  • Fill tortillas with creamy chicken mixture and top with shredded cheddar cheese before serving.

Notes

You can garnish with fresh cilantro, lime wedges, or avocado slices for added flavor.