Mexican Shredded Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
151 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Mexican Shredded Chicken
Description
This recipe starts by heating olive oil in a skillet, seasoning chicken breasts with taco seasoning, and browning them on each side for several minutes. Then, a combination of salsa and chicken broth is poured in, covering the chicken. The mixture is covered and simmered on low heat for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender enough to shred.
The chicken is shredded using two forks and mixed with fresh lime juice, which adds brightness and a slight tang to balance the savory flavors. This shredded chicken can be used as a main protein in Mexican-inspired dishes, versatile for tacos, burritos, salads, or served alongside rice.
Using a simple seasoning and the acidity of salsa combined with broth keeps the chicken moist and flavorful without requiring complex preparations. This makes an accessible and quick way to prepare shredded chicken with a characteristic southwestern spice profile.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast boneless skinless
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 Tablespoons taco seasoning or half packet
- 1 lime Juiced
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breast and season with the Taco Seasoning.
- Brown each side of the chicken breasts but cooking it for approximately 3-5 minutes on each side.
- Reduce the heat to low, stir the chicken broth and salsa together, add it into the pan, cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Shred with 2 forks, top with lime juice and stir to thoroughly combine.
- Serve over rice, salad or in tortillas! Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 151 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 151kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 472mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 447mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 309IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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