Shredded Chicken Tacos Recipe
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π₯ Ingredients
Ingredients:
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chicken broth
πͺ Instructions
Juice of 1 lime
12-16 corn tortillas
Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, salsa, hot sauce
Tacos are a versatile and delicious meal that can be enjoyed any day of the week. And with this shredded chicken tacos recipe, you can have a satisfying and flavorful meal in no time. The shredded chicken is cooked in a flavorful sauce, and then topped with your favorite toppings and wrapped in a warm corn tortilla. Itβs a perfect combination of textures and flavors that is sure to please everyone at the table.
Letβs get started!
Step 1: Gather your ingredients
Pick up some chicken breasts and the rest of the ingredients at your local grocery store. You can also find the spices and seasonings in the spice aisle.
Step 2: Mix the spices
In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3: Season the chicken
Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts. Rub the spice mixture evenly onto both sides of the chicken.
Step 4: Cook the chicken
In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
Step 5: Cook the onions and garlic
In the same pan, add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Return the chicken to the pan and add the chicken broth and lime juice. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
Step 6: Shred the chicken
Remove the chicken from the pan and shred it using two forks.
Step 7: Warm the tortillas
Warm the corn tortillas in a pan or on a griddle for 30-60 seconds on each side.
Step 8: Assemble the tacos
Place a spoonful of shredded chicken in the center of each tortilla. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, salsa, hot sauce, or any other toppings of your choice.
π Top tip
And thatβs it! Your shredded chicken tacos are ready to be enjoyed. Serve it up with a side of rice and beans or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
We hope you enjoy this delicious shredded chicken tacos recipe! Let us know in the comments below how it turned out for you. And as always, happy cooking!
π Recipe
Shredded Chicken Tacos
INGREDIENTS
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
INSTRUCTIONS
- Step 1: Gather your ingredients
- Pick up some chicken breasts and the rest of the ingredients at your local grocery store. You can also find the spices and seasonings in the spice aisle.
- Step 2: Mix the spices
- In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Step 3: Season the chicken
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts. Rub the spice mixture evenly onto both sides of the chicken.
- Step 4: Cook the chicken
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Step 5: Cook the onions and garlic
- In the same pan, add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Return the chicken to the pan and add the chicken broth and lime juice. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Step 6: Shred the chicken
- Remove the chicken from the pan and shred it using two forks.
- Step 7: Warm the tortillas
- Warm the corn tortillas in a pan or on a griddle for 30-60 seconds on each side.
- Step 8: Assemble the tacos
- Place a spoonful of shredded chicken in the center of each tortilla. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, salsa, hot sauce, or any other toppings of your choice.
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