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Creamy Chicken Tacos Recipe

Creamy Chicken Tacos Recipe

These creamy chicken tacos are saucy, tangy, and loaded with tender shredded chicken. Perfect for busy weeknights and crowd-pleasing dinners.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
  • 0.75 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 1.5 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1.5 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 0.75 tsp kosher salt or to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1.25 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 oz diced green chiles mild
  • 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 6 oz cream cheese, softened cut into cubes
  • 0.33 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped plus more for serving
  • 12 oz small flour tortillas warm before serving
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese for topping

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Sauté the diced onion until softened, about 4 minutes.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, 30 seconds.
  • Season the chicken with taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Nestle chicken into the skillet and sear 2 minutes per side.
  • Add green chiles and chicken broth. Cover and simmer 12–15 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken to a board and shred with two forks.
  • Lower heat and whisk cream cheese into the skillet sauce until smooth.
  • Return shredded chicken. Fold in sour cream and lime juice.
  • Simmer 2 minutes to thicken. Adjust salt and pepper.
  • Warm tortillas until pliable in a dry skillet or microwave.
  • Fill tortillas with creamy chicken. Top with cheese and cilantro.

Notes

Try a smoky twist by stirring in 1 tsp chipotle in adobo or a pinch of smoked paprika. Short on time? Use 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken and simmer just until heated. Leftovers keep 3 days refrigerated; reheat gently with a splash of broth.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Creamy Chicken Tacos Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.