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Shredded Chicken Tacos Recipe
Shredded Chicken Tacos are an easy and flavorful recipe that comes together in less than an hour. They are full of salsa chicken that is made with taco seasoning in either the Crock-Pot or the Instant Pot.
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 276 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine:
Mexican
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs. Instant Pot salsa shredded chicken*
- 12 corn tortillas
- 3 Tbsp. coconut oil
- 2 jalapeños thinly slices
- ½ cup red onion finely diced
- ½ cup cilantro finely chopped
- 2 vine-ripened tomatoes finely diced
- 2 large avocados cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 oz. cotija cheese
- 2 limes optional
Instructions
- Prepare one batch of either Instant Pot shredded chicken or Crock-Pot shredded chicken.
- In a large skillet over medium-low heat add 1 tablespoon of coconut oil and 3-4 tortillas. Heat up for 30-45 seconds per side.
- Place tortillas on a paper towel to let excess oil drain off and repeat with remaining tortillas.
- Fill each tortilla with 2 ounces of shredded chicken, jalapeños, red onion, cilantro, tomatoes, avocado, and cheese. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Nutritional information is calculated for one taco.
- This Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken recipe or a rotisserie chicken with a bit of salsa and taco seasoning can also be used.
- You can also make or buy Cassava Flour Tortillas and leave off the cheese to make this recipe Paleo.
- How to prep ahead of time: you can cook the chicken a day or two ahead of time. Finely dice red onion, tomatoes, and cilantro a day before. Store these in a separate container from the chicken.
- How to store: If you have leftovers, store the chicken and topping ingredients separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- How to freeze: Chicken will freeze well in a freezer-safe bag or airtight container for up to 4-6 months. Do not freeze tortillas or topping ingredients.
- How to reheat: When ready to enjoy the leftovers, heat up the chicken in a saucepan or microwave and warm up the tortillas in a skillet.
Nutrition Information
Calories
276kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
20g
(7%)
Protein
16g
(32%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Cholesterol
45mg
(15%)
Sodium
428mg
(18%)
Potassium
541mg
(15%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
335IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
15mg
(17%)
Calcium
84mg
(8%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 276
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 276kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 45mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 428mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 541mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 335IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 84mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.