Baked chicken tacos
Directions
- 1In a bowl, add the chicken pieces, salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, Cajun seasoning, and 1 tbsp oil. Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated.
- 2Heat a pan over medium heat with a little oil. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3Add the minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes, until fragrant.
- 4Add the diced onion, bell peppers, corn, and jalapeño (if using). Stir and cook for 3–4 minutes, until the vegetables soften slightly and chicken is cooked through.
- 5Lower the heat and add the cream cheese, lemon juice, and water. Stir until the cream cheese melts and forms a creamy sauce that coats the chicken and veggies.
- 6If the mixture seems too thin, simmer for 1–2 minutes until thickened. Taste and adjust salt if needed. Remove from heat.
- 7Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- 8Lightly brush one side of each tortilla with oil.
- 9Flip the tortillas over and spoon the chicken filling onto the un-oiled side.
- 10Sprinkle with cheese, then fold or gently press the tortillas closed.
- 11Arrange them on a baking sheet and bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the tortillas are crispy and the cheese is melted.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast, cut into small pieces
- to taste Salt
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp cajun seasoning
- 1 -2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup mixed bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 cup corn, boiled
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 jalapeno, chopped and seeded
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 4 tbsp cream cheese
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 tbsp oil
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 tsp cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- 1 -2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup mixed shredded cheese (mozzarella and cheddar)
- 10 mini flour tortillas
- 2 tbsp oil (for brushing the tortillas)
Equipment
panovenbaking sheetbowl
Tips
- If the mixture seems too thin, simmer for 1–2 minutes until thickened.
- Taste and adjust salt if needed.
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