Cream Cheese Chicken Tacos

This creamy and spicy chicken taco recipe combines tender shredded chicken with melted cheeses and flavorful spices, baked to golden perfection for a delightful weeknight meal.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings 4 servings

Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients

Main ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded tender
8 oz cream cheese softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
¼ cup diced green chilies gentle kick
½ cup chopped onions
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon chili powder
8 small flour tortillas
as needed cooking spray or oil to keep tortillas golden

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the tacos.
In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheddar, diced green chilies, chopped onions, garlic powder, cumin, and chili powder. Mix well until combined.
Spoon the chicken mixture evenly onto each tortilla, pack tightly and roll up snugly to keep filling inside.
Spray or grease a baking dish and place the rolled tortillas seam side down to hold their shape while cooking.
Lightly spray or drizzle oil over the top of the rolled tortillas to achieve a golden, crisp top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until edges turn golden and filling is heated through. Serve warm.
Enjoy your creamy, cheesy chicken tacos fresh from the oven.

Notes

Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken for convenience. Cream cheese whipped version can speed mixing. Store leftovers tightly wrapped or freeze for later.