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Easy Shredded Chicken Tacos

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Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Description

These Easy Shredded Chicken Tacos are a quick and delicious meal option that the whole family will love. Tender shredded chicken cooked in flavorful spices and Rotel tomatoes, served in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings!

Ingredients 

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 15 ounces Rotel, diced tomatoes and green chilies
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
  • 8 small flour tortillas

Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, avocado slices, chopped cilantro

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, combine the chicken breasts and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  • Remove the cooked chicken breasts from the skillet and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the skillet.
  • Add the can of Rotel (undrained) to the skillet with the shredded chicken. Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper over the chicken mixture. Stir well to combine.
  • Cook the chicken mixture over medium heat for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and the flavors are well combined.
  • Warm the tortillas according to package instructions. Spoon some of the shredded chicken mixture onto each tortilla. Top with your favorite taco toppings, such as shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, avocado slices, and chopped cilantro.
  • Serve the Shredded Chicken Tacos immediately, with additional toppings on the side if desired. Enjoy the deliciousness!

Equipment

  • Skillet, or Cast-Iron Skillet
  • Cooking Spray

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 345kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 31gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 74mgSodium: 1417mgPotassium: 768mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 799IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 142mgIron: 4mg