Elevate your taco night with these flavorful shredded chicken tacos, inspired by @girlitsmolly's TikTok video. This recipe yields approximately 8 tacos.
Ingredients:
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 8 small corn or flour tortillas
• Toppings: diced onions, chopped cilantro, lime wedges, salsa, shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado slices
Instructions:
1. Cook the Chicken:
o Place the chicken breasts in a saucepan with the chicken broth.
o Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
2. Shred the Chicken:
o Remove the chicken from the broth and let it cool slightly.
o Using two forks, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
3. Season the Chicken:
o In a skillet over medium heat, add the shredded chicken.
o Sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
o Stir to combine, adding a few tablespoons of the cooking broth to keep the chicken moist.
o Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
4. Warm the Tortillas:
o Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side, or until warm and pliable.
5. Assemble the Tacos:
o Place a portion of the shredded chicken onto each tortilla.
o Top with your choice of diced onions, chopped cilantro, lime wedges, salsa, shredded cheese, sour cream, and avocado slices.
6. Serve:
o Serve the tacos immediately, accompanied by extra lime wedges and salsa on the side.
Tips:
• For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in lime juice and spices for 30 minutes before cooking.
• To save time, use a store-bought rotisserie chicken; shred and season as directed.
• Customize your tacos with additional toppings like pickled jalapeños, shredded lettuce, or diced tomatoes.
Enjoy these delicious shredded chicken tacos as a satisfying meal for any occasion!
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Shredded Chicken Tacos