Shredded Chicken Tacos
Deliciously seasoned shredded chicken tacos are the perfect choice for taco night. This chicken taco recipe is fast and simple to make any day of the week.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds (680 grams) chicken breasts skinless boneless
- 2 teaspoons (2 teaspoons) vegetable oil
- ½ (½) yellow onion minced
- 2 cloves (2 cloves) garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon (1 teaspoon) ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon (1 teaspoon) dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon (1 teaspoon) chili powder
- 1 teaspoon (1 teaspoon) salt
- ½ cup (130 grams) salsa
Instructions
- Poach chicken. Place chicken in a saucepan, and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to simmer for 10-12 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F/74°C. I use the kitchen thermometer to check as overcooked chicken will be dry.
- Transfer the chicken to a cutting board or bowl, and shred it with 2 forks.
- In a skillet, heat oil and sauté the onion until it’s soft and translucent (3 minutes).
- Add the garlic, and sauté for 30 seconds. Add cumin, oregano, chili powder, and salt. Cook for 1 more minute.
- Add salsa, and just mix it in (if necessary, you can add a splash of water) and let it warm up.
- Add the chicken, and mix it in with the sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve in warmed up tortillas or taco shells with your favorite toppings.
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Notes
- Frozen Chicken. You can use this method to boil frozen chicken breasts, it will take longer for the water to boil, and additional simmering time to cook them completely.
Nutrition
Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 693mg | Potassium: 519mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 254IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
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