Mexican Shredded Chicken – Perfect for Taco Tuesday
Mexican Shredded Chicken is a flavorful and versatile dish that will elevate your Taco Tuesday experience. Tender, juicy chicken is seasoned with aromatic spices and cooked to perfection, making it an ideal filling for tacos, burritos, or salads. With its vibrant flavors and customizable ingredients, this dish transforms any meal into a festive celebration. Enjoy a delightful culinary adventure with every bite as you gather friends and family around the table!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp cumin powder
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the garlic.
- Season the chicken breasts with cumin and chili powder.
- In a large pan over medium heat, sauté the minced garlic in a splash of oil until fragrant.
- Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the pan along with chicken broth and soy sauce. Cover and simmer for about 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and shred it using two forks.
- Mix in freshly squeezed lime juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup shredded chicken (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 51g
- Cholesterol: 130mg