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Shredded Chicken Tacos

Shredded Chicken Tacos
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Easy Shredded Chicken Tacos offer a quick, flavorful, and family-friendly meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Tender shredded chicken seasoned with classic Mexican spices is combined with fresh toppings and warm tortillas to create a satisfying and versatile dinner bursting with vibrant flavors.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 1.5 to 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (blend of chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and paprika)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Tortillas

  • 8 soft tortillas (corn or flour)

Fresh Toppings

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup diced onions
  • 1 sliced avocado
  • 4 lime wedges

Optional Cheeses

  • Cotija cheese, shredded cheddar, or Monterey Jack cheese (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts or thighs generously with taco seasoning on all sides to infuse them with zesty flavor essential for the tacos.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and sear each side until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Pour in chicken broth, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until chicken is cooked through and tender, about 15 minutes.
  3. Shred the Chicken: Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and shred finely using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the skillet with the cooking juices to keep it moist and flavorful.
  4. Warm the Tortillas: While shredding the chicken, warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable and soft to prevent cracking when folded.
  5. Assemble the Tacos: Load each warm tortilla with a generous scoop of shredded chicken. Top with diced onions, chopped cilantro, avocado slices, and a squeeze of lime. Add cheese if desired.

Notes

  • Use bone-in chicken for extra flavor by enriching the broth.
  • Allow cooked chicken to rest briefly before shredding to retain juices and tenderness.
  • Customize the taco seasoning by adjusting chili powder and cayenne pepper for desired heat.
  • Warm tortillas just until flexible to avoid drying them out.
  • This recipe scales well for meal prep or feeding a crowd.

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