Description
These shredded chicken tacos are a quick and flavorful meal perfect for taco night. Tender poached chicken is sautéed with aromatic spices, garlic, and onion, then mixed with salsa for a deliciously seasoned filling. Serve in warm tortillas or taco shells with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 ½ pounds chicken breasts (skinless, boneless)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Sauté Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- ½ yellow onion (minced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Other Ingredients
- ½ cup salsa
Instructions
- Poach Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a saucepan and cover them with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Use a kitchen thermometer to check doneness to avoid overcooking and dryness. Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board or bowl.
- Shred Chicken: Using two forks, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces, preparing it for mixing with the seasoned sauce.
- Sauté Onion: Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced onion and cook for about 3 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent.
- Add Garlic and Spices: Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Then add the cumin, oregano, chili powder, and salt, cooking for another minute to toast the spices and develop the flavors.
- Add Salsa: Pour in the salsa and mix well. If the mixture seems too thick, add a splash of water to loosen it. Warm the sauce gently.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Add the shredded chicken to the skillet and stir to coat evenly with the sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to heat through.
- Serve: Spoon the seasoned shredded chicken into warmed tortillas or taco shells. Add your favorite toppings such as chopped cilantro, diced onions, avocado, or cheese as desired.
Notes
- Deliciously seasoned shredded chicken tacos are perfect for a quick and easy dinner any day of the week.
- Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked properly without drying out.
- If desired, add toppings like sour cream, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, or avocado slices to enhance flavor.
- Tortillas or taco shells should be warmed before serving for best texture and taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 144 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 693 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 73 mg
