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Shredded Chicken Tacos

Shredded Chicken Tacos

The ultimate comfort food, Shredded Chicken Tacos combine tender chicken with vibrant toppings for a quick and satisfying meal. These easy weeknight tacos are perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Make them tonight for an explosion of flavor!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken (about 3 medium breasts)
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion (or 1/2 large yellow onion, diced)
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced, about 4 teaspoons)
  • 1 to 2 pieces chipotle peppers (in adobo, finely chopped)
  • 1 15-ounce can petite diced tomatoes (in their juices)
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice (from about 1 medium lime)
  • warm tortillas (or hard taco shells of your choice)
  • toppings of choice (fresh cilantro, diced avocado, diced jalapeño, pickled onions, thinly sliced radishes, cheese, salsa)

Equipment

  • Chef's Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Skillet
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high. Add the onion, chili powder, salt, and cumin. Sauté until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the garlic and let cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the shredded chicken, chipotle peppers, diced tomatoes, and lime juice. Let cook, stirring every minute or two, until the chicken is heated through, about 5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
  4. To serve: Fill the shells or warm tortillas with the chicken and add any desired toppings. Enjoy immediately.

Notes

  • Tip 1: To cook the chicken, pick your favorite method: Poached Shredded Chicken (stovetop), Crockpot Shredded Chicken, Instant Pot Shredded Chicken, or use store-bought rotisserie chicken.
  • Tip 2: TO STORE: Before building tacos, place leftover shredded chicken in an airtight storage container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Tip 3: TO REHEAT: Gently rewarm shredded chicken in the microwave until hot, topped with a splash of water or chicken broth to keep it from drying out, then build fresh tacos.
  • Tip 4: TO FREEZE: Store shredded chicken in an airtight, freezer-safe storage container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator.