Creamy Cheesy Chicken Tacos

Here’s a delicious recipe for Creamy Cheesy Chicken Tacos that you can try:

Ingredients:

• For the Chicken Filling:
  • 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• For Serving:
  • Small flour or corn tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Lime wedges
  • Salsa or pico de gallo
  • Sour cream
  • Diced avocado or guacamole

Instructions:

1. Cook the Chicken:
   • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
   • Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
2. Prepare the Vegetables:
   • In the same skillet, add a little more olive oil if needed and sauté the onion and bell pepper until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
   • Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Combine Chicken and Vegetables:
   • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables.
   • Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the chicken and vegetables evenly with the spices.
4. Make it Creamy:
   • Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
   • Add the cream cheese and stir until it has melted and the mixture is creamy.
5. Add the Cheese:
   • Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses until melted and fully incorporated into the chicken mixture.
6. Assemble the Tacos:
   • Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
   • Spoon the creamy cheesy chicken mixture into each tortilla.
7. Serve:
   • Top with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime juice, salsa or pico de gallo, sour cream, and diced avocado or guacamole as desired.

Tips:

• You can add some extra heat with jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
• For a lower-carb option, serve the creamy cheesy chicken mixture in lettuce wraps instead of tortillas.
• Feel free to customize the toppings to your preference; shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced olives are also great options.

Enjoy your delicious and comforting Creamy Cheesy Chicken Tacos!