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Irresistible Cheesy Street Chicken Tacos in 25 Minutes

Cheesy Street Chicken Tacos
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Easy and flavorful cheesy street chicken tacos made with corn tortillas, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • Optional: fresh cilantro, lime wedges, hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until soft and golden. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
  2. Add diced chicken, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir in tomato paste and chicken broth. Simmer until saucy.
  3. Heat corn tortillas in a dry skillet until slightly charred and pliable.
  4. Spoon the cheesy chicken mixture onto each tortilla, fold gently, and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Return to skillet, cover, and cook until cheese melts.
  5. Serve hot with fresh cilantro, lime, or hot sauce.

Notes

  • Use leftover chicken for faster prep.
  • Adjust spice level with more or less chili powder.
  • Corn tortillas work best for authentic texture.

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