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Chessy Crack Chicken Tacos

Cheesy Crack Chicken Tacos That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

Enjoy these Cheesy Crack Chicken Tacos, a quick and hearty slow-cooker recipe perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 2 pieces boneless chicken breasts can be substituted with frozen chicken
  • 1 packet taco seasoning feel free to create your own blend
  • 8 ounces cream cheese swap with plain Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix consider using a homemade ranch mix
For the Cheesy Touch
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese any cheese you love can serve as a substitute
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese optional but recommended
  • 6 slices cooked beef bacon turkey bacon can be used or omit it
For the Tacos
  • 8 pieces flour or corn tortillas corn tortillas are a gluten-free choice
For the Fresh Toppings
  • optional toppings chopped green onions, diced tomatoes, lettuce, sour cream, and cilantro

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing two boneless chicken breasts in the slow cooker, sprinkle the taco seasoning generously over the chicken, and add the cream cheese on top.
  2. Cover the slow cooker and set it to LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
  3. Once the cooking time is complete, carefully shred the cooked chicken directly in the slow cooker and mix with the melted cream cheese.
  4. Warm the tortillas in a skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side or microwave them for 15-20 seconds.
  5. Scoop a generous portion of the cheesy chicken filling onto the center of the tortilla, sprinkle with shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
  6. Add optional toppings like chopped green onions, diced tomatoes, lettuce, sour cream, and cilantro, then serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Mix chicken and cream cheese thoroughly for even flavor. Warm tortillas for best texture and store leftovers properly.

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