Baked chicken tacos

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1In a bowl, add the chicken pieces, salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, Cajun seasoning, and 1 tbsp oil.
  2. 2In a bowl, add the chicken pieces, salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, Cajun seasoning, and 1 tbsp oil.
  3. 3In a bowl, add the chicken pieces, salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, Cajun seasoning, and 1 tbsp oil.
  4. 4Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated.
  5. 5Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated.
  6. 6Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated.
  7. 7Heat a pan over medium heat with a little oil.
  8. 8Heat a pan over medium heat with a little oil.
  9. 9Heat a pan over medium heat with a little oil.
  10. 10Once hot, add the seasoned chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  11. 11Once hot, add the seasoned chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  12. 12Once hot, add the seasoned chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  13. 13Add the minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes, until fragrant.
  14. 14Add the minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes, until fragrant.
  15. 15Add the minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes, until fragrant.
  16. 16Add the diced onion, bell peppers, corn, and jalapeño (if using).
  17. 17Add the diced onion, bell peppers, corn, and jalapeño (if using).
  18. 18Add the diced onion, bell peppers, corn, and jalapeño (if using).
  19. 19Stir and cook for 3–4 minutes, until the vegetables soften slightly and chicken is cooked through.
  20. 20Stir and cook for 3–4 minutes, until the vegetables soften slightly and chicken is cooked through.
  21. 21Stir and cook for 3–4 minutes, until the vegetables soften slightly and chicken is cooked through.
  22. 22Lower the heat and add the cream cheese, lemon juice, and water.
  23. 23Lower the heat and add the cream cheese, lemon juice, and water.
  24. 24Lower the heat and add the cream cheese, lemon juice, and water.
  25. 25Stir until the cream cheese melts and forms a creamy sauce that coats the chicken and veggies.
  26. 26Stir until the cream cheese melts and forms a creamy sauce that coats the chicken and veggies.
  27. 27Stir until the cream cheese melts and forms a creamy sauce that coats the chicken and veggies.
  28. 28If the mixture seems too thin, simmer for 1–2 minutes until thickened.
  29. 29If the mixture seems too thin, simmer for 1–2 minutes until thickened.
  30. 30If the mixture seems too thin, simmer for 1–2 minutes until thickened.
  31. 31Taste and adjust salt if needed.
  32. 32Taste and adjust salt if needed.
  33. 33Taste and adjust salt if needed.
  34. 34Remove from heat.
  35. 35Remove from heat.
  36. 36Remove from heat.
  37. 37Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  38. 38Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  39. 39Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  40. 40Lightly brush one side of each tortilla with oil.
  41. 41Lightly brush one side of each tortilla with oil.
  42. 42Lightly brush one side of each tortilla with oil.
  43. 43Flip the tortillas over and spoon the chicken filling onto the un-oiled side.
  44. 44Flip the tortillas over and spoon the chicken filling onto the un-oiled side.
  45. 45Flip the tortillas over and spoon the chicken filling onto the un-oiled side.
  46. 46Sprinkle with cheese, then fold or gently press the tortillas closed.
  47. 47Sprinkle with cheese, then fold or gently press the tortillas closed.
  48. 48Sprinkle with cheese, then fold or gently press the tortillas closed.
  49. 49Arrange them on a baking sheet and bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the tortillas are crispy and the cheese is melted.
  50. 50Arrange them on a baking sheet and bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the tortillas are crispy and the cheese is melted.
  51. 51Arrange 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
  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast, cut into small pieces
  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast, cut into small pieces
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Salt
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika powder
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika powder
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp cajun seasoning
  • 1 -2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 -2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 -2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 cup mixed bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup mixed bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup mixed bell pepper, diced
  • 0.5 cup corn, boiled
  • 0.5 cup corn, boiled
  • 0.5 cup corn, boiled
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 jalapeno, chopped and seeded
  • 1 jalapeno, chopped and seeded
  • 1 jalapeno, chopped and seeded
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 4 tbsp cream cheese
  • 4 tbsp cream cheese
  • 4 tbsp cream cheese
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • oil for cooking
  • oil for cooking
  • oil for cooking
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika powder
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika powder
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 tsp cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp cajun seasoning
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp hot sauce
  • 1 tsp hot sauce
  • 1 tsp hot sauce
  • 1 -2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 -2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 -2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 cup mixed shredded cheese, ( i used mozzarella and cheddar )
  • 1 cup mixed shredded cheese, ( i used mozzarella and cheddar )
  • 1 cup mixed shredded cheese, ( i used mozzarella and cheddar )
  • 10 mini flour tortillas
  • 10 mini flour tortillas
  • 10 mini flour tortillas
  • 2 tbsp oil ( for brushing the tortillas)
  • 2 tbsp oil ( for brushing the tortillas)
  • 2 tbsp oil ( for brushing the tortillas)

Equipment

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