Best 8 Cheesy Chicken Crunchy Taco Recipes

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Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more! In this article, we will unveil the secrets behind creating the ultimate cheesy chicken crunchy taco, a dish that harmonizes the flavors of succulent chicken, melted cheese, and a crunchy taco shell. Whether you are a seasoned home chef or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will empower you with the knowledge and techniques to craft this delectable dish that promises to be a hit at any gathering.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY CHICKEN TEN MINUTE TACOS



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These tacos are sure to be a hit with your family with a cheesy nacho shell and topped with two additional cheeses. Even better, they come together in only 10 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into very small thin strips
1 packet (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
8 Old El Paso™ Stand 'N Stuff™ bold nacho cheese flavored taco shells
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup Old El Paso™ cheese 'n salsa dip
Make it FRESH toppings, if desired (see below)

Steps:

  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook, stirring occasionally, until brown on both sides. Sprinkle with taco seasoning mix. Cook, stirring occasionally, just until chicken is no longer pink in center.
  • While chicken is cooking, heat shells and assemble toppings. Divide chicken mixture among shells; add shredded cheese, cheese 'n salsa dip, and additional desired fresh toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 taco, Sodium 420 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

CHEESY CHICKEN CRUNCHY TACO



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Rotisserie chicken makes this skillet dinner extra easy and delicious.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 1/4 cups hot water
1 box Hamburger Helper™ crunchy taco
1 1/3 cups milk
2 cups shredded deli rotisserie chicken
1 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese (4 oz)
1 medium tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender.
  • Add hot water and sauce mix (from Hamburger Helper™ box); stir to combine. Stir in 1 cup of the milk, uncooked rice (from Hamburger Helper™ box) and chicken. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; cover and simmer about 20 minutes, stirring frequently, until rice is tender. Remove from heat.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir topping mix (from Hamburger Helper™ box), and remaining 1/3 cup milk; mix well.
  • Drizzle topping mixture over chicken and rice mixture. Top with cheese; cover and let stand 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with tomato and corn chips (from Hamburger Helper™ box).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 920 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1/2 g

CHEESY ROLLED TACOS WITH CHICKEN



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Super good meal for lunch, these are small rolled tacos filled with chicken, cheese, cream cheese, and much more!

Provided by Baylee Garner

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

¾ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground paprika
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 drizzle olive oil, or to taste
¾ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
½ (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
12 (8 inch) flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Mix oregano, onion powder, salt, paprika, chili powder, cumin, and pepper together in a bowl until well combined.
  • Place chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Spread 1/2 of the seasoning mixture on both sides of chicken.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, flipping halfway through cooking time, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the chicken reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and transfer chicken to a cutting board. Leave the oven on, and line baking sheet with a fresh piece of parchment paper.
  • Shred cooked chicken with 2 forks and transfer to a bowl. Mix in Mexican cheese, cream cheese, and remaining seasoning blend until well combined. Place a couple of scoops of the mixture across the bottom 1/3 of a tortilla. Roll up tightly and place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining mixture and tortillas.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and crispy, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499.9 calories, Carbohydrate 56 g, Cholesterol 58.2 mg, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 867 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

EASY CHEESY CHICKEN TACOS



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This is a favorite of my family. Also a favorite of mine because it is very quick to put together. I modified it from a recipe found in a Land O Lakes recipe brochure. I use turkey instead of chicken because it is available pre-packaged at my local grocery store.

Provided by Susan2324

Categories     Chicken

Time 15m

Yield 10 tacos

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground chicken (I use ground turkey)
1 cup taco sauce (you choose the heat)
2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
10 taco shells
shredded lettuce
sour cream
sliced black olives
chopped tomato

Steps:

  • In large skillet, cook chicken or turkey over medium-high heat until it is no longer pink.
  • Stir in taco sauce.
  • Continue cooking until mixture just starts to boil.
  • Add cheese.
  • Remove from heat and stir just until cheese is melted.
  • Meanwhile, warm taco shells according to package directions.
  • Spoon into taco shells and serve with lettuce, tomato, sour cream, black olives or any other taco fixings your family enjoys.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.4, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 66.7, Sodium 583.3, Carbohydrate 12.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 3, Protein 14.5

SLOW COOKER CHEESY CHICKEN TAQUITOS RECIPE



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We love an easy dinner recipe and our Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Taquitos are a family favorite.

Provided by Steph Loaiza

Categories     Main Course

Time 4h20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (2-3 )
1 ounce taco seasoning (1 packet)
6 ounces cream cheese
¼ cup water
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
12 6-inch flour tortillas
1 Tablespoon butter (melted)
2 cups salsa

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts in a slow cooker and cover with taco seasoning. Add cream cheese and water.
  • Cook on high for 4-6 hours on high, 6-8 hours on low.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Shred chicken with two forks in your slow cooker, then add cheddar cheese. Stir to combine.
  • Place a small amount of chicken mixture on each tortilla, then roll each tortilla up, placing them seam-side down on a baking sheet.
  • Brush each taquito with melted butter, then bake for 8-12 minutes until edges start to golden.
  • Serve warm with salsa for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507 kcal, Carbohydrate 41 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 102 mg, Sodium 1753 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CRUNCHY CHICKEN TACOS



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Celebrate taco Tuesday with these Crunch Chicken Tacos. Shredded lettuce and crispy taco shells bring the snap to these Crunchy Chicken Tacos great for any occasion. Top with your favorite salsa and sour cream.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 18m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 flour tortillas (6 inch)
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. chili powder
2 tsp. oil
1/2 cup chopped tomato
1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
1/2 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F.
  • Crumble 4 sheets of foil to form 4 (2-inch) balls. Fold tortillas in half; place one foil ball inside each folded tortilla to resemble a taco shell. Place on two baking sheets. Bake 7 to 8 min. or until golden brown. Cool on baking sheets 5 min. or until taco shells are crisp. Remove and discard foil.
  • Meanwhile, toss chicken with spices. Heat oil in medium skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 5 to 6 min. or until chicken is done.
  • Spoon chicken mixture into taco shells; top with remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 460 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 29 g

CHEESY CHICKEN ROLLED TACOS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: paprika, chili powder, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, olive oil, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cream cheese, cheese blend, flour tortillas

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cumin
1 ½ teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
olive oil, to taste
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 oz cream cheese
¾ cup cheese blend
12 flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
  • In a bowl, add the paprika, chili powder, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper and mix to combine.
  • Place the chicken breasts on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
  • Drizzle with olive oil, pour half of the seasoning over the chicken and spread on both sides of the chicken. Save the remaining seasoning for later.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, flipping halfway, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165˚F (75˚C).
  • Shred cooked chicken.
  • Add cream cheese, cheese blend, and remaining seasoning. Mix well.
  • Place a couple of scoops of the chicken mixture across the bottom third of a flour tortilla.
  • Roll up tightly and place on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for another 15 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 1 gram

CHEESY CHICKEN TACO DIP



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We're huge college football fans (go Irish!), and my chicken taco dip hasn't missed a season opener in many years. A slow cooker keeps the dip warm for the whole game-if it lasts that long! -Deanna Garretson, Yucaipa, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 4h25m

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
1 can (30 ounces) refried beans
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
3 green onions, chopped
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a greased 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, mix salsa and beans. Top with chicken; sprinkle with taco seasoning. Cook, covered, on low until chicken is tender, 4-5 hours. , Remove chicken; shred finely using 2 forks. Return to slow cooker; stir in cheese. Cook, covered, on low until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally., To serve, top with green onions, tomato and cilantro. Serve with chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 238mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your tacos. Look for ripe tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and flavorful cheese.
  • Cook the chicken thoroughly: Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. This will help to ensure that it is safe to eat.
  • Use a variety of toppings: The more toppings you use, the more flavorful your tacos will be. Some popular options include shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, diced onions, sour cream, and guacamole.
  • Serve the tacos immediately: Tacos are best enjoyed when they are fresh and hot. So, serve them as soon as they are made.

Conclusion:

Cheesy Chicken Crunchy Tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store. And, they can be customized to suit your own taste preferences. So, next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give Cheesy Chicken Crunchy Tacos a try. You won't be disappointed!

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