Description
These Cheesy Rotel Chicken Tacos are a flavorful, easy-to-make dish featuring tender, spiced chicken cooked in butter and combined with melty Queso Blanco Velveeta and zesty Rotel. Served on crispy warmed white corn tortillas, they deliver a perfect blend of creaminess, spice, and crunch for a satisfying meal perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasonings
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into small pieces
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried cilantro
- Olive oil, for skillet
Toppings and Tortillas
- 1 cup Queso Blanco Velveeta
- 1 can Rotel (Mexican Style Lime & Cilantro), drained of most juice
- White corn tortillas
Instructions
- Prepare and Cook Chicken: Cut the chicken breast into small pieces. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, cayenne, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and dried cilantro. Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is fully cooked through.
- Add Cheese and Rotel: Drain most of the juice from the Rotel can, leaving just a little liquid. Add the Rotel and the Queso Blanco Velveeta to the skillet with the chicken. Stir the mixture and allow it to sit undisturbed for a few minutes until the cheese melts completely, creating a creamy, cheesy sauce coating the chicken.
- Warm Tortillas and Crisp Tacos: Heat a small amount of olive oil in another skillet over medium heat. Warm the white corn tortillas in the microwave until pliable. Scoop a portion of the cheesy chicken mixture onto one tortilla, fold it in half, then place it in the oiled skillet. Cook until both sides are golden brown and crispy, flipping carefully once.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove the crispy cheesy chicken tacos from the skillet. Serve hot with optional garnishes such as sour cream and Pico de Gallo for added freshness and flavor. Enjoy your delicious homemade tacos!
Notes
- You can adjust the level of spiciness by increasing or decreasing the cayenne and chili powder.
- Using white corn tortillas is recommended for an authentic texture and flavor, but flour tortillas can be used if preferred.
- Be careful not to overcook the chicken to keep it tender and juicy.
- Draining most of the liquid from the Rotel prevents the taco filling from becoming too watery.
- For extra flavor, garnish with fresh cilantro, avocado slices, or a squeeze of lime juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: cheesy chicken tacos, Rotel tacos, Velveeta chicken, easy taco recipe, Mexican chicken tacos, spicy cheesy tacos
