Best 20 Cream Tacos Recipes

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Cream tacos, a delectable culinary creation, have captivated palates with their harmonious blend of flavors and textures. This tantalizing dish, originating from Mexico City, has gained widespread popularity due to its versatility and endless possibilities for customization. Whether you prefer shredded chicken, succulent shrimp, or savory carnitas, cream tacos offer a culinary canvas for experimentation and creativity. With a rich and creamy sauce as the star of the show, complemented by fresh ingredients and a variety of toppings, cream tacos promise an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the best recipes for cream tacos, offering a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE-DIPPED ICE CREAM TACOS RECIPE BY TASTY



Chocolate-Dipped Ice Cream Tacos Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: large eggs, sugar, milk, vanilla extract, unsalted butter, all purpose flour, cocoa powder, good-quality chocolate, coconut oil, vanilla ice cream, salted peanut

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Desserts

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 large eggs
½ cup sugar
¼ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup unsalted butter, 1/4 stick, melted
½ cup all purpose flour
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
18 oz good-quality chocolate, finely chopped
¼ cup coconut oil, melted
4 cups vanilla ice cream, softened
1 cup salted peanut, crushed

Steps:

  • Make the taco shells: in a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until combined.
  • Add the milk, vanilla, and butter, and whisk until fully incorporated.
  • Sift in the flour and cocoa powder. Whisk until smooth.
  • Heat a small non-stick pan over medium-low heat, then add ⅓ cup (95 g) of batter at a time and tilt the pan to spread the batter evenly like a crepe.
  • Cook until bubbles appear on the surface and the batter is set, about 6-8 minutes. Flip the taco shell and cook on other side for another 3-4 minutes, until cooked through.
  • If desired, remove the taco shell from pan and place on a grated cooling rack while still hot. Place a sheet of parchment over the shell and press into the rack, allowing the grate marks to set into the shell. Rotate the shell 90 degrees and press the cone into the grates again for a waffled look. Or, skip to the next step.
  • Place the taco shells between the cups of an inverted muffin tin to form their shape. Let set for about 10 minutes, then freeze for 20 minutes to harden.
  • Make the magic shell: combine the chocolate and coconut oil in a medium bowl and microwave for 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until melted and shiny.
  • Remove the taco shells from the freezer and use a spoon to coat the inside of each taco shell with melted magic shell. Return to the freezer for 20 minutes, until the magic shell hardens. Reserve the leftover magic shell.
  • Add the ice cream to a piping bag fitted with a round tip or a zip-top bag with the corner cut off.
  • Remove the shells from the freezer and pipe in the ice cream, filling the tacos. Smooth out the tops with a knife or rubber spatula. Freeze for 2 hours.
  • Microwave the reserved magic shell, if needed, to re-melt. Remove the tacos from the freezer and dip the tops of each taco in the magic shell, then immediately sprinkle with the crushed peanuts.
  • Serve immediately or return to the freezer until ready to eat.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 900 calories, Carbohydrate 79 grams, Fat 63 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 57 grams

CATFISH TACOS WITH CILANTRO LIME SLAW AND CHIPOTLE CREAM SAUCE



Catfish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw and Chipotle Cream Sauce image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 33

1 cup mayonnaise (recommended: Miracle Whip)
3/4 cup Creole mustard (recommended: Zatarains)
2 large chipotle peppers in adobo, seeded
1 tablespoon adobo sauce from the canned chipotles
3 scallions, greens only, coarsely chopped
2 cups heavy cream
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 head purple cabbage, sliced
1/2 head white cabbage, sliced
1 carrot, julienne
1 purple onion, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped cilantro leaves
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 to 2 limes, juiced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 purple onion, finely chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons smoked paprika
1/2 tablespoon ground cumin
Peanut oil, for frying
2 pounds catfish fillets
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves
1/4 cup Creole mustard (recommended: Zatarains)
2 eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 grated Monterey Jack
2 cups panko bread crumbs, divided
15 fresh flour tortillas
1/2 pound Monterey Jack cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Catfish Tacos:
  • For the chipotle cream sauce: Put all the ingredients in a blender, except the heavy cream and salt and pepper. Blend well. Remove from the blender to a mixing bowl and slowly whisk in the heavy cream. All the cream may not be needed. The correct consistency, is like a crema. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Add more chipotle in adobo for more spice, if desired. Cover and refrigerate.
  • For the slaw: Add the cabbages to a mixing bowl. Toss with the carrot, onion, cilantro, olive oil and lime juice, to taste. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Mix well, cover and refrigerate.
  • For the catfish balls: In a hot skillet, over medium heat, add the butter, onion, jalapeno, and garlic. As it is cooking, add a pinch of salt, cracked pepper, paprika and cumin. Saute until tender, about 3 to 4 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Heat enough peanut oil in a deep-fryer or heavy-bottomed pot, to come halfway up the sides of the pot, to 350 degrees F.
  • Remove any silver skin from the fillets. Pulse the catfish in the food processor until it is chopped, about 30 seconds. You don't want to puree the fish, just chop it into small chunks. Put the fish in a mixing bowl and add the cilantro, Creole mustard, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise and Jack cheese. Add the cooled onion mixture to the bowl along with another pinch of salt and pepper. Mix gently with a spoon, then gently mix in 1 cup of the panko bread crumbs. The consistency will still be wet, but still formable for the catfish balls. Put the remainder of the bread crumbs into a bowl. Scoop out the catfish mixture using a 2 tablespoon-size scoop and form into a ball shape. Don't make the catfish balls to be too big, they won't cook all the way through.
  • Roll the balls in the panko bread crumbs, and refrigerate for 15 minutes. Carefully drop them into the hot oil and fry in batches of 5 or 6 depending on your fryer. Do not crowd. Fry the balls for about 3 to 4 minutes. They are done when they are slightly more than golden brown. Remove from the oil and let cool on a paper towel lined sheet pan. Check the first batch to make sure they are cooked through. Repeat the process with the remaining fish mixture.
  • Remove the chipotle sauce and the slaw from the refrigerator and let stand at room temperature to remove some of the chill. Heat the tortillas. Stack 7 or 8 tortillas and wrap in a damp kitchen or paper towel and microwave for about 15 seconds. Repeat with remaining tortillas. They can also be wrapped in foil and heated in the oven.
  • Add 2 or 3 catfish balls, depending on the size, to a tortilla, and slightly crush them. Some people tear them completely apart, it is up to you. Top with a little grated Jack cheese, chipotle cream sauce and slaw. Repeat with remaining tortillas and fillings. Arrange on a serving platter and enjoy with a nice cerveza.

FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE CREAM



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 47m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 pound white flaky fish fillet, like tilapia or halibut
1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons chipotle pepper, in adobo sauce
8 (6-inch) corn tortillas
1 1/2 cups shredded green cabbage or lettuce
1/2 cup corn kernels (thawed if frozen)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, lime juice, salt and pepper. Pour over the fish fillets and let marinate for 20 minutes. Put the yogurt into a strainer lined with apaper towel and place over a bowl to drain and thicken for 20 minutes.
  • Remove the fish from the marinade and grill on a preheated grill or nonstick grill pan over a medium-high heat until cooked thorough, about 3 minutes per side. Set the fish aside on a plate for 5 minutes.
  • In a small bowl combine the thickened yogurt, mayonnaise, and chipotle pepper.
  • Heat the tortillas on the grill or grill pan for 30 seconds on each side.
  • Flake the fish with a fork. Top each tortilla with 1 tablespoon of the chipotle cream. Top with fish, cabbage, corn and cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

FAVORITE ICE CREAM TACOS



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These ice cream-filled "tacos" are fun to make and eat. They're great party treats, and kids have a ball putting them together. Adults enjoy them, too. -Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 16 tacos.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup honey
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon water
4 to 5 drops green food coloring
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 gallon chocolate ice cream
1 cup whipped topping
Red, orange, and yellow M&M's minis

Steps:

  • Using a pencil, draw two 3-in. circles on a sheet of parchment. Place paper, pencil mark side down, on a baking sheet; set aside., In a large bowl, beat the brown sugar, butter and honey until blended. Add flour; mix well (batter will be thick). Spread 1 tablespoon of batter over each circle. , Bake at 350° for 6-7 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 2 minutes. Loosen each cookie and curl around a rolling pin to form a taco shell. Cool completely before removing to a wire rack. Repeat with remaining batter., In a small resealable plastic bag, combine water and food coloring; add coconut. Seal bag and shake to tint. Fill taco shells with ice cream; garnish with whipped topping, coconut and M&M's.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 95mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ICE CREAM TACOS



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Talk about a fun presentation! Karen Oney's cute dessert looks just like a taco-but it's stuffed with chocolate ice cream and topped with cherries and coconut instead of tomatoes and lettuce. "These are as much fun to make as to eat," promises the creative Fort Worth, Texas cook.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 flour tortillas (6 inches)
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons chopped pecans
2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut
1 drop green food coloring
1 cup chocolate ice cream
1/4 cup whipped topping
6 maraschino cherries, halved

Steps:

  • Sprinkle one side of each tortilla with cinnamon. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add tortillas, one at a time, cinnamon side up. When tortilla starts to brown, fold into a taco shape; drain on paper towels. , In the same skillet, cook and stir pecans for 2 minutes or until lightly toasted. In a small bowl, stir coconut and food coloring until coconut is evenly tinted. Place two small scoops of ice cream in each tortilla shell; top with whipped topping, cherries, pecans and coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 508 calories, Fat 33g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CHOCOLATE-ICE CREAM TACOS



Chocolate-Ice Cream Tacos image

Make a homemade version of the ice cream truck favorite with only a few ingredients.

Provided by By Cindy Rahe

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for soft tacos & fajitas (6 inch)
1 bag (10 oz) semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons coconut oil
About 6 scoops vanilla ice cream
Candy sprinkles, as desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Line cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper. Make 6 foil balls, and fold tortillas over balls to create taco shapes; place on cookie sheet. Bake tortillas about 10 minutes or until lightly browned and crisp. Cool. Place cooled pan of tortillas in freezer 10 to 15 minutes or until cold.
  • Meanwhile, in medium microwavable bowl, heat chocolate chips and oil in 30-second increments, stirring after each, until melted and smooth. Spoon or brush melted chocolate mixture on inside of each shell to coat. Place back on tray and freeze another 10 to 15 minutes or until cold and chocolate is hardened. Reserve remaining chocolate.
  • While chocolate hardens, let ice cream soften a bit. Once shells are cold, they are ready to fill with ice cream. Fill each shell to the edges with ice cream, being careful not to break the shell. The chocolate may crack a bit, but that's okay. Place the ice cream-filled tacos back on the tray in the freezer 1 to 2 hours or until ice cream is very firm.
  • Reheat reserved chocolate coating in microwave 30 to 60 seconds as necessary. Pour chocolate into wide container, like a small loaf pan. Remove ice cream tacos from freezer and, working quickly, dip each taco into the chocolate coating, being sure to seal in the ice cream completely, and add candy sprinkles. Place back on parchment-lined cookie sheet, and freeze another 2 hours or until firm before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

FLATBREAD TACOS WITH RANCH SOUR CREAM



Flatbread Tacos with Ranch Sour Cream image

These tasty flatbread tacos, made with convenient refrigerated biscuits, are ideal for serving buffet style. Set out the toppings and let everyone make their own! -Jennifer Eggebraaten, Bothell, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons ranch salad dressing mix
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 envelope taco seasoning
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
1 tube (16.3 ounces) large refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
Optional toppings: sliced ripe olives and shredded lettuce and cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, dressing mix and lemon juice; chill until serving. , In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the beans, tomatoes, taco seasoning and pepper sauce; heat through., Meanwhile, roll out each biscuit into a 6-in. circle. In a small nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook each biscuit for 30-60 seconds on each side or until golden brown; keep warm., To serve, spread each flatbread with 2 tablespoons ranch sour cream; top each with 2/3 cup meat mixture. Sprinkle with toppings if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452 calories, Fat 21g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 1368mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CREAM TACOS



Cream Tacos image

Make and share this Cream Tacos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Joymomnana

Categories     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground chuck
1 large onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 (14 ounce) can chili
1 (14 ounce) can chili beans
1 (10 ounce) can Rotel tomatoes & chilies
1 lb Velveeta cheese, cubed
1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream

Steps:

  • Brown ground chuck with onion and bell pepper. Drain well. Combine all ingredients in a crock pot and heat on low setting until all ingredients are well mixed and hot. Serve over tortilla chips with sliced green onions, chopped tomatoes, sliced black olives and cubed avocado as garnish.

SPICE-RUBBED CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE TACOS WITH CILANTRO SLAW AND CHIPOTLE CREAM



Spice-Rubbed Chicken and Vegetable Tacos with Cilantro Slaw and Chipotle Cream image

Spice-Rubbed Chicken and Vegetable Tacos with Cilantro Slaw and Chipotle Cream

Provided by Jill Silverman Hough

Categories     Chicken     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Lime     Hot Pepper     Zucchini     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Sour Cream     Tortillas     Bon Appétit

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups sour cream
1 tablespoon chopped canned chipotle chiles* (about 2)
2 tablespoons (packed) golden brown sugar
1 tablespoon smoked hot Spanish paprika (Pimentón de la Vera)**
2 1/4 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
2 small zucchini, quartered lengthwise
1 red bell pepper, seeded, cut lengthwise into 3/4-inch-thick strips
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 pound skinless boneless chicken breast halves, each halved horizontally
12 5- to 6-inch-diameter corn tortillas, warmed
Cilantro Slaw
2 limes, each cut into 6 wedges

Steps:

  • Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Whisk sour cream and chipotle chiles in small bowl; season with salt. Whisk brown sugar and next 5 ingredients in another small bowl to blend for spice rub.
  • Place zucchini and bell pepper on rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with canola oil; toss to coat. Sprinkle spice rub over both sides of vegetables and chicken.
  • Place chicken and vegetables on barbecue. Grill until vegetables are tender and browned in spots and chicken is cooked through, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes. Transfer to work surface; cut chicken crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick strips. Cut vegetables crosswise into 3/4-inch pieces. Place chicken and vegetables in large bowl; toss to blend.
  • Place chicken and vegetables, chipotle cream, tortillas, slaw, and lime wedges on table. Allow guests to assemble their own soft tacos.
  • *Chipotle chiles canned in a spicy tomato sauce, which is sometimes called adobo, are available at some supermarkets, at Latin markets, and at specialty foods stores.
  • **Available at specialty foods stores and from tienda.com.

CRISPY BLACK BEAN TACOS WITH AVOCADO CREAM SAUCE RECIPE BY TASTY



Crispy Black Bean Tacos With Avocado Cream Sauce Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, medium white onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt and pepper, black beans, vegan cheese, corn tortillas, ripe avocados, fresh jalapeño, fresh cilantro, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, water

Provided by Mitch & Justine Chapman

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
½ medium white onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon paprika
salt and pepper, to taste
2 cups black beans, cooked
½ cup vegan cheese, grated, optional
8 corn tortillas
2 ripe avocados
1 fresh jalapeño, de-seeded
¾ cup fresh cilantro
4 tablespoons lime juice
3 cloves garlic
¼ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
¼ cup water

Steps:

  • Filling:
  • Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low. Add in the onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until turning translucent. Add in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  • Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to taste, then remove from heat. Add the cooked black beans to a large mixing bowl and roughly mash them. Stir in the onion mixture and combine well.
  • Tacos:
  • Once the filling is mixed together, add about ½ - 1 more tbsp of oil into the skillet and turn it to medium heat. Add 1-2 corn tortillas in a single layer and cook on the first side for about 10 seconds.
  • Then, scoop about 3-4 tbsp of bean mixture onto one half of each tortilla. You can also add some grated vegan cheese on top if you want. Using a spatula, fold the tortillas in half and press down to shape the tacos. Cook on each side until golden brown, about 1-3 minutes.
  • Continue cooking the tacos following this process until all the bean mixture is gone. Make sure to top up the oil as your pan dries out.
  • Serve these black bean tacos warm with a side of vegan avocado cream sauce (instructions below).
  • For The Avocado Sauce
  • First, slice and de-seed your jalapeño. Then, de-pit the avocados and scoop out the flesh into a high-speed blender or food processor. Add the rest of the ingredients in except the olive oil and water.
  • Blend on high until you achieve a smooth consistency, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. Turn back on to low-medium and add in the olive oil slowly.
  • Taste and adjust the seasonings to your preferences. Add jalapeño for more kick, water to thin, lime juice for more tang, or salt to bring out the flavors. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 1 gram

ICE CREAM TACOS WITH CHOCOLATE AND PEANUTS



Ice Cream Tacos With Chocolate and Peanuts image

The original Choco Taco may have a cult following, but we think this homemade version has it beat. Taco Tuesday just got a little bit sweeter.

Provided by Erica Clark

Categories     Chocolate     Dessert     Freeze/Chill     Kid-Friendly     Frozen Dessert     Peanut     Summer     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield 4 tacos

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 waffle bowls
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 1/2 cups vanilla-fudge swirl ice cream (about 3/4 pint), slightly softened
3 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped (about 2/3 cup)
1 tablespoon refined coconut oil
2 tablespoons peanuts, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Brush insides of waffle bowls with maple syrup. Working one at a time, invert waffle bowl onto a microwave-safe plate and cover with a damp paper towel. Heat in microwave 30 seconds; waffle will soften and flatten. Immediately mold waffle into a hard taco shell shape with your hands. Let rest until set, about 2 minutes.
  • Carefully fill waffles with ice cream (about 6 Tbsp. per taco); smooth surface with the back of a spoon or offset spatula. Transfer to a plate or parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet and freeze until firm, at least 1 hour.
  • Combine chocolate and oil in a small, microwave-safe bowl. Heat in microwave in 30-second intervals until melted and smooth, stirring occasionally. Stir in peanuts.
  • Working one at a time, roll ice cream side of taco into melted chocolate to completely cover ice cream. Return tacos to plate and freeze again until chocolate is set, about 10 minutes.
  • Do Ahead
  • Tacos can be frozen in an airtight container for up to 7 days.

CREAM CHEESE CHICKEN TACOS



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My son's girlfriend made these for us a while back. They were so delicious, I just had to get the recipe from her! I made them at home and served them with shredded lettuce, tomato and my homemade https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/sauce-spread/sauce-spread-salsa/fresh-guacamole.html

Provided by Amy H.

Categories     Tacos & Burritos

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pkg (8 oz.) cream cheese
2 clove garlic, minced
2 c deli rotisserie chicken, or leftover roast/baked chicken shredded
1 bunch green onion, thinly sliced
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 c shredded cheddar cheese
10 medium corn tortillas
canola oil for frying

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees
  • 2. While oven is preheating, heat about a tablespoon of oil in a skillet. Fry tortillas, 1 at a time over medium heat until just very lightly browned. Repeat with all tortillas. Use more oil as needed. Set aside on a wire rack or paper towels to drain.
  • 3. Place the cream cheese in a sauce pan over low heat, Stir until cream cheese is completely melted.
  • 4. Add the shredded chicken, garlic, green onion, and cheddar cheese. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir until well combined.
  • 5. Divide the chicken mixture evenly between each shell. Place the taco shells in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Bake for about 8-10 minutes or until the shells are starting to brown well.

GRILLED STEAK TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE CREAM AND CHIMICHURRI



Grilled Steak Tacos with Chipotle Cream and Chimichurri image

Provided by Food Network

Time 2h32m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 small bunch fresh cilantro, leaves picked
1/2 medium yellow onion
Juice of 1 1/2 limes
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 ounces sour cream
1 large chipotle pepper in adobo, finely diced, plus 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
Mixed greens
6 small fajita-size flour tortillas, warmed
1 pound skirt or flank steak
7 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup, plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup, plus 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • For the chimichurri: While the steak rests, place the cilantro leaves, onion, remaining 4 cloves garlic, juice of 1 lime, and remaining 1/3 cup vinegar to a blender and puree until combined. With the blender on low speed, drizzle in the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil in a slow stream. Remove the sauce from the blender and stir in the red pepper flakes and salt, to taste.
  • For the chipotle cream: Combine the sour cream, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, juice of 1/2 lime, and pinch of salt.
  • Place the steak, 3 cloves garlic, 2 tablespoons each olive oil and vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and Dijon mustard in a resealable bag. Rub the ingredients into the meat and place in the refrigerator to marinate for 2 hours.
  • After 2 hours, remove the meat from the bag and pat dry to remove any excess moisture. Lightly season both sides with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Spray an indoor, stovetop grill with nonstick cooking spray and preheat on medium-high heat. Place the steak on the preheated grill and grill about 6 minutes on each side for medium rare. After grilling the steak, cover with tented foil and allow to rest for 10 minutes, before thinly slicing across the grain.
  • To serve, top each warm tortilla with some mixed greens and sliced steak. Drizzle with the chimichurri and chipotle cream.
  • Servings: 4 to 6 tacos

SPICY SHRIMP TACOS WITH SPICY CREAM SAUCE



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I used an indoor grill for the shrimp. You could easily use the outdoor grill or just saute in a large skillet until done. Also, I use sriracha, but you can substitute any hot sauce. Just be sure to adjust for taste.

Provided by Jencathen

Categories     Avocado

Time 16m

Yield 2-3 tacos, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
avocado, Sliced
coleslaw mix
flour tortilla
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon sriracha sauce
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Mix first 7 ingredients and toss with shrimp. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
  • Skewer shrimp on long metal skewers and place on preheated indoor grill on med-high for about 3 minutes per side.
  • Mix together all the sauce ingredients.
  • Warm tortilla, spread some of the sauce on tortilla. Top with avocado, coleslaw mix and 3 to 4 shrimp on top and then enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.8, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 154.2, Sodium 1072, Carbohydrate 7.9, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 2.7, Protein 16.3

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE CREAM SAUCE



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These juicy and tangy chicken tacos are garnished with a smokey chipotle cream sauce that packs some real heat. Garnish with diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and grated Cotija cheese.

Provided by LaurenKU

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 4h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 frozen chicken thighs
2 frozen chicken breast halves
¼ cup red wine vinegar
¼ cup diced green onions
2 limes, juiced
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup sour cream
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
¼ teaspoon salt
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
10 flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Place chicken thighs and chicken breasts in a slow cooker. Whisk red wine vinegar, green onions, lime juice, and garlic together in a bowl; pour over chicken.
  • Cook on High for 4 hours.
  • Blend sour cream, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, and 1/4 teaspoon salt together in a food processor until sauce is smooth; refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Place chicken on a work surface and shred into bite-size chunks; season with salt and pepper. Measure 1/2 cup cooking liquid in slow cooker and discard the rest. Return shredded chicken and 1/2 cup cooking liquid to slow cooker and add cilantro; cook and stir until chicken is heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • Spoon chicken into tortillas and top with chipotle cream sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 47.4 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 365 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

SHRIMP TACOS WITH SPICY CREAM SAUCE



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Another recipe from the Southern Living All-Time Favorites Magazine. The Spicy Cream Sauce uses fat-free sour cream along with spices to jazz up these shrimp tacos. This is on my go-to list of recipes to try.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 43m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) container nonfat sour cream
2 teaspoons chili powder, divided
1 teaspoon cumin, ground (divided)
3/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, divided
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
3/4 cup water
1 lb shrimp, medium (unpeeled)
3 tablespoons orange juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 avocado, chopped
8 corn tortillas, warmed (6-inch size)

Steps:

  • Whisk together sour cream, 1 teaspoons chili powder, 1/2 teaspoons cumin, 1/2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, 1/4 teaspoons salt and cinnamon. Add 3/4 cup water, stirring until smooth. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
  • Peel shrimp, and devein. If desired, chop. Combine remaining 1 teaspoons chili powder, 1/2 teaspoons cumin, 1/4 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes and 1/2 teaspoons salt in a shallow dish or a zip-lock plastic freezer bag; add orange juice and shrimp, turning to coat. Cover or seal, and chill 15 minutes.
  • Remove shrimp from marinade, discarding marinade. Saute garlic in hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 2-3 minutes. Add shrimp, and cook 5 minutes or just until shrimp turns pink. Serve with sour cream mixture and avocado in warm tortillas. Prep time includes refrigeration time.

ICE CREAM CRUNCH TACOS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pint vanilla ice cream in a paper container, slightly softened
8 pizzelle cookies
1/2 cup chopped peanuts
Store-bought hot fudge, for drizzling
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
5 large flour tortillas
Dulce de leche, for spreading
Rainbow sprinkles, for sprinkling
3 tablespoons ghee or clarified butter

Steps:

  • Using a serrated knife, slice the carton of ice cream into 4 even round pieces. Peel off the carton, then place 1 disc of ice cream on each of 4 pizzelle cookies. Coat with peanuts and hot fudge, top with a second pizzelle and press down. Wrap in plastic and place in the freezer for at least 2 hours.
  • Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over high heat for 5 minutes. Mix the sugar and cinnamon together well on a plate.
  • Lay out the tortillas and spread them with a thin layer of dulce de leche, leaving a 1-inch border around the edge. Add a small amount of rainbow sprinkles across the dulce. Unwrap the pizzelle ice cream sandwiches and place them in the middle of each tortilla, then fold the tortilla around them to wrap well. If the tortilla is not large enough and there is a gap, cut the 5th tortilla in quarters and adhere 1 quarter to the bottom of each sandwich with dulce de leche.
  • Coat the cast-iron pan with ghee and add the wraps, seam-side down, pressing down with the back of a spatula to sear, about 9 seconds. Flip and repeat the searing. Move to the plate with the cinnamon sugar and turn to coat. Serve immediately. Repeat with the remaining wraps.

GRILLED STEAK TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE CREAM AND CHIMICHURRI



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Recipe from Cooking Channel - Kelsey Nixon. Haven't tried it, but it sounds so delicious! A great Tex-Mex recipe with a Cilantro Chimichurri twist. Prep time does not include marinating time for meat.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 32m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 small bunch fresh cilantro (leaves only)
1/2 medium yellow onion
fresh lime juice (juice from 1 1/2 limes)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 ounces sour cream
1 large chipotle chile in adobo (finely diced, plus 1 tbsp. adobo sauce)
6 small flour tortillas, warmed (fajita-size)
1 lb skirt steak (or flank steak)
7 garlic cloves, divided
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the Chimichurri: While the steak rests, place the cilantro leaves, onion, 4 cloves garlic, juice of 1 lime, and 1/3 cup vinegar to a blender and puree until combined. With the blender on low speed, drizzle in the 1/4 cup olive oil in a low stream. Remove the sauce from the blender and stir in the red pepper flakes and salt to taste.
  • For the Chipotle Cream: Combine the sour cream, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, juice of 1/2 lime, and a pinch of salt.
  • Place the steak, 3 cloves garlic, 2 tablespoons each olive oil and red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoons black pepper, and dijon mustard in a resealable bag. Rub the ingredients into the meat and place in the refrigerator to marinate 2 hours.
  • After 2 hours, remove the meat from the bag and pat dry to remove any excess moisture. Lightly season both sides with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Spray an indoor, stovetop grill with nonstick cooking spray and preheat on medium-high heat. Place the steak on the preheated grill and grill about 6 minutes per side for medium rare. After grilling the steak, cover with tented foil and allow to rest for 10 minutes before thinly slicing across the grain.

CREAM TACOS: TACOS DE CREMA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 pounds whole, unhusked tomatillos
3 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 to 2 serrano chiles
1/4 cup olive oil, divided
1 pound Mexican sausage (recommended: longaniza or chorizo), minced
12 corn tortillas
1 white onion, minced
1/4 cup minced cilantro leaves
1 cup sour cream
4 poblano or Anaheim chiles, roasted, sweated, peeled, seeded, de-veined, and cut into strips
12 cilantro sprigs, washed and dried

Steps:

  • Blanch the tomatillos in 1 quart boiling water for 3 minutes. Drain and save 1/2 cup of the cooking water. Set aside, cool, and remove husks. Place tomatillos in a blender with the garlic, salt, and serrano chiles. Add 3 to 4 tablespoons cooking liquid and blend on high speed for 10 seconds. Set sauce aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the Mexican sausage and fry until browned and completely cooked through. Transfer sausage to paper towels to drain and set aside.
  • Simmer sauce for 5 minutes in a pan wide enough to dip tortillas. Heat the remaining oil in a large skillet over high flame. With tongs, dip 1 tortilla at a time in the hot oil for a few seconds to coat and heat and then dip the tortilla in tomatillo sauce. Place on a serving plate and fill with 1/12th of the Mexican sausage, 1 tablespoon minced onion, and 1/2 teaspoon minced cilantro. Roll the tortilla into the shape of an enchilada. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Top with sauce, sour cream, strips of green chile, and a cilantro sprig. Serve immediately.

CREAM TACOS



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Make and share this Cream Tacos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Angel 8

Categories     Mexican

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

14 ounces cream of chicken soup
14 ounces cream of mushroom soup
14 ounces evaporated milk
1 medium onion, chopped fine
2 -3 chilies, chopped fine
2 cups boneless chicken, chopped
15 corn tortillas
2 cups cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients except cheese and tortillas. Bring to boil. Layer tortillas, chicken mixture, and cheese. Bake 20-30 minutes at 325. Let set 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.1, Fat 20.2, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 48, Sodium 894.7, Carbohydrate 34.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 2.7, Protein 15.3

Tips for Making the Best Cream Tacos:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the tacos will be. Look for fresh, flavorful tortillas, quality meat, and ripe vegetables.
  • Don't skimp on the cream: The cream is what makes these tacos so special, so don't be afraid to use a generous amount.
  • Season the meat well: The meat is the star of the show in these tacos, so make sure it's well-seasoned with your favorite taco seasoning.
  • Cook the meat until it's tender: Tough, overcooked meat is not enjoyable in tacos. Cook the meat until it's tender and juicy.
  • Don't overload the tacos: Too many fillings can make the tacos difficult to eat. Keep the fillings simple and focus on the flavor of the meat and cream.
  • Serve the tacos immediately: Cream tacos are best enjoyed fresh out of the pan. If you're making them ahead of time, keep them warm in a slow cooker or oven until you're ready to serve.

Conclusion:

Cream tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that are perfect for any occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your cream tacos are the best they can be. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give cream tacos a try. You won't be disappointed!

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