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Shredded Chicken Tacos

Shredded Chicken Tacos

Delicious Shredded Chicken Tacos that are easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 lime lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Cook the chicken breasts in a pot until fully cooked, then shred.
  2. In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
  4. Fill each tortilla with the shredded chicken mixture.
  5. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped cilantro.
  6. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 20gFat: 10g

Notes

Customize by swapping chicken for shredded beef or using low-carb tortillas. Add jalapeños for spice or black beans for extra protein and fiber.

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