Shredded Chicken Tacos
Deliciously seasoned shredded chicken tacos are the perfect choice for taco night.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 tacos
Calories 250 kcal
- 1.5 pounds chicken breasts skinless boneless
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 0.5 yellow onion minced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup salsa
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.
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.
Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg
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