Best 7 Cheesy Chicken Ten Minute Tacos Recipes

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Are you looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with cheesy, taco-licious goodness? Look no further than these ten-minute cheesy chicken tacos. With a simple marinade and a few pantry staples, you can have a flavorful and satisfying meal on the table in no time. Whether you're a seasoned taco aficionado or new to the taco game, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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

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

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

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 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

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

15-MINUTE SOFT CHICKEN TACOS



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Try a simple chicken taco recipe and skip the takeout. These 15-Minute Soft Chicken Tacos are a perfect weeknight solution when you're crunched for time.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Grains

Time 15m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 Tbsp. oil
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
2 cups water
1 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Mild Salsa
1 pkg. (1 oz.) TACO BELL® Reduced Sodium Taco Seasoning Mix
2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
10 flour tortillas (6 inch)
3/4 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 5 to 7 min. or until done.
  • Add water, salsa and seasoning mix; stir. Bring to boil. Stir in rice; cover. Cook on low heat 5 min.
  • Spoon chicken mixture evenly onto tortillas; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 1310 mg, Carbohydrate 72 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 30 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your tacos.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make chicken tacos, so feel free to get creative and try new things.
  • Make sure your chicken is cooked through before adding it to the tacos. This will help to prevent foodborne illness.
  • Use a variety of toppings. This will add flavor and texture to your tacos. Some popular toppings include cheese, sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and Pico de Gallo.
  • Serve your tacos immediately. This will ensure that they are hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Chicken tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for busy weeknights or for a fun weekend meal. With so many different ways to make them, there is sure to be a recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken tacos a try!

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