Description
These Shredded Chicken Tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that’s perfect for any day of the week. Tender shredded chicken cooked with aromatic spices and salsa, served in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings.
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Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds (680 grams) chicken breasts, skinless boneless
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 yellow onion, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (120 grams) salsa
Instructions
- Poach chicken: Place chicken in a saucepan, cover with water, bring to a boil, then simmer for 10-12 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C. Shred the chicken.
- Sauté onion: In a skillet, heat oil, sauté onion until soft.
- Add seasonings: Add garlic, cumin, oregano, chili powder, and salt. Cook briefly.
- Combine: Add salsa, mix, then add the shredded chicken. Simmer.
- Serve: Fill warmed tortillas with the chicken mixture and your favorite toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 144kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 693mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 73mg
