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Shredded Chicken Tacos in 25 Minutes
Tender chicken is shredded warm, simmered with salsa and taco spices, and served in warm tortillas for a fast weeknight meal.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
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Ingredients
1 1/2
pounds
chicken breasts
skinless and boneless
as needed
water
to cover the chicken
2
teaspoons
vegetable oil
1/2
medium
yellow onion
finely diced
2
cloves
garlic
minced
1
teaspoon
ground cumin
1
teaspoon
dried oregano
1
teaspoon
chili powder
1
teaspoon
salt
1/2
cup
salsa
as needed
warm tortillas or taco shells
for serving
as desired
toppings of choice
for serving
Instructions
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in a medium saucepan and cover with water.
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part.
Transfer the chicken to a cutting board or bowl. Shred it while warm using two forks.
Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 3 minutes, or until soft and translucent.
Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Add the cumin, oregano, chili powder, and salt. Cook for 1 minute, stirring often.
Add the salsa and stir until warmed through. Add a splash of the chicken cooking liquid if the mixture looks too thick.
Add the shredded chicken and stir to coat it in the sauce.
Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the chicken is warm and juicy.
Serve in warm tortillas or taco shells with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Shred the chicken while warm, and reserve a small amount of the cooking liquid in case the salsa mixture needs loosening.