Some dishes have a way of making a meal more festive. Pizza, sushi and pancakes are typical examples, but we are going to focus on a different one today: tacos. While they are a perfectly fine meal choice, their unique shape and strong flavor can make any weeknight dinner special.
Shredded chicken tacos caught my attention for that potential. Everyone is so busy and tired nowadays that we can all use something to endure the rest of the week more easily. This recipe is so easy to make, yet so tasteful, that it will encourage you to prepare tacos much more often.
Now, you may be wondering what makes it that easy to prepare. The answer is simple: instead of ground beef, it uses shredded chicken. This protein can be prepared in a number of ways; in fact, we already have it in the fridge more often than not. It is the best initial step for our tacos.
You are going to see that the following steps are familiar if you have already prepared tacos: in essence, you will season that chicken with several types of spices and wrap it in taco shells or tortillas to serve. There you have it: the magic of pulled chicken tacos with much less work than usual.
To make the Shredded Chicken Tacos, you will need the following ingredients:
Place the chicken breasts in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 °F/ 74 °C on an instant-read thermometer.
Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board or bowl and use two forks to shred it.
In a skillet, heat 2 teaspoons vegetable oil and add minced ½ onion. Sauté until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes.
Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds.
Add 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon chili powder, and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring, for another 1 minute.
Add ½ cup salsa and stir; if needed, add a splash of water. Let it warm up.
Add the shredded chicken and mix it with the sauce. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
Layer the chicken and your favorite toppings in warm tortillas or taco shells and serve.
Taco night is always a fun gathering, filled with vibrant flavors and endless customization. This Shredded Chicken Tacos recipe brings together tender chicken and zesty spices, making it a crowd-pleaser for everyone at the table. Get ready to build your perfect taco, whether you prefer traditional toppings or something unique. Did you make this recipe? We’d love to see it! Snap a photo and tag us on social with @CookMeRecipes and use the hashtag #cookmerecipes.
Perfect for my next Taco Night!
