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Shredded Chicken Tacos Recipe

  • Author: Camila Rose
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6–8
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Flavor-packed, tender, and easy to make—these shredded chicken tacos are your new go-to weeknight hero. Juicy chicken is slow-simmered in a fragrant blend of spices, lime, and garlic, then shredded to perfection and tucked into warm tortillas with your favorite toppings. Whether you like them creamy with guacamole, crunchy with fresh lettuce, or spicy with salsa, these tacos deliver restaurant-quality flavor in a comforting, homemade dish. It’s a recipe built for both convenience and craveability, and once you try it, taco night will never be the same.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
  • 1½ tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ onion, chopped
  • 1½ cups chicken broth
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste (optional)
  • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo (optional)
  • 6–8 corn or flour tortillas
  • Toppings: avocado, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, onion, cilantro, lime wedges

Instructions

  • Season chicken with spices and place in a pot with garlic, onion, and broth.
  • Add lime juice, tomato paste, and chipotle if using.
  • Simmer on stovetop for 30–40 minutes until tender, or use a pressure cooker/slow cooker as preferred.
  • Remove chicken and shred with two forks. Return to pot and simmer uncovered to reduce sauce.
  • Toast tortillas in a dry skillet until soft and lightly charred.
  • Assemble tacos with chicken and your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Thighs offer richer flavor and stay moist.
  • A splash of orange juice brightens the flavor profile.
  • Use a fork to fluff and toss the chicken in the remaining sauce for maximum flavor.
  • Double the batch and freeze half for quick meals later.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop (or Slow Cooker/Instant Pot)
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6–8
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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Find it online: https://thetastyflavors.com/shredded-chicken-tacos-recipe/