Shredded Chicken Tacos

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
25%
Shredded Chicken Tacos
45 min.
4
722kcal

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These shredded chicken tacos are a delicious and easy meal option that's perfect for any night of the week. The chicken is seasoned with a blend of chili powder, cumin, oregano, and garlic, giving it a flavorful kick. The addition of tomato sauce and vinegar adds a tangy twist to the dish. This recipe is not only tasty but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions. The shredded chicken is served in warmed corn tortillas and can be garnished with your choice of lettuce, tomatoes, avocados, and onions. For an extra kick, add a dash of your favorite hot sauce. With a prep time of only 45 minutes, these shredded chicken tacos are sure to become a go-to favorite for a quick and satisfying meal. So, if you're looking for a tasty and healthy taco option, look no further than this shredded chicken taco recipe. It's a fun and flavorful dish that's perfect for the whole family.

Ingredients

  • servings chiles in adobo sauce with pepper, to taste
  • 3.5 teaspoons ancho chili powder 
  • pounds skin-on chicken breasts bone-in
  • 10 oz corn tortillas warmed
  • 10 oz corn tortillas warmed
  • teaspoon vinegar white
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin 
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh coarsely chopped
  • teaspoon garlic minced
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • servings hot sauce 
  •  lime cut into wedges
  • teaspoons oregano 
  • 0.5 teaspoon sugar 
  • oz tomato sauce canned
  • 0.3 cup onion white finely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. In medium bowl, mix together tomato sauce, vinegar, garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and sugar. Season with adobo; set aside.
  2. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with adobo. Cook chicken, turning once, until light golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add reserved tomato sauce mixture to pan; bring to a boil (be careful, the tomato sauce can splatter). Lower heat to medium low. Simmer, covered, until cooked through (thermometer will register 170F when inserted into thickest part of breast), flipping once, about 20 minutes.
  4. Transfer chicken to cutting board; reserve sauce in pan.
  5. Remove and discard bones and skin. Using two forks, shred chicken breast.
  6. Transfer chicken to skillet with sauce, mixing to combine; continue to cook until sauce reduces and blends into chicken, and mixture begins to caramelize, about 10 minutes more.
  7. Transfer chicken mixture to serving bowl. Spoon into warmed corn tortillas.
  8. Garnish with lettuce, tomatoes, avocados and/or onions, if desired.
  9. Sprinkle with hot sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories722kcal
Protein25.77%
Fat35.1%
Carbs39.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
99.27
Glycemic Load
29.52
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
30.145217418671%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
7.2mg
Naringenin
0.57mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
2.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:722.43kcal
36.12%
Fat:28.66g
44.09%
Saturated Fat:6.56g
41.01%
Carbohydrates:71.89g
23.96%
Net Carbohydrates:60.34g
21.94%
Sugar:4.69g
5.21%
Cholesterol:116.12mg
38.71%
Sodium:652.08mg
28.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:47.35g
94.7%
Vitamin B3:21mg
105%
Phosphorus:794.12mg
79.41%
Vitamin B6:1.42mg
70.76%
Selenium:39.91µg
57.02%
Fiber:11.56g
46.23%
Magnesium:165.75mg
41.44%
Manganese:0.69mg
34.67%
Iron:4.86mg
26.98%
Potassium:927.76mg
26.51%
Vitamin E:3.65mg
24.33%
Zinc:3.62mg
24.11%
Copper:0.4mg
20.13%
Vitamin A:965.73IU
19.31%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.91%
Vitamin B5:1.87mg
18.72%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.53%
Calcium:181.25mg
18.13%
Vitamin K:14.76µg
14.06%
Vitamin C:10.31mg
12.5%
Vitamin B12:0.62µg
10.28%
Folate:25.86µg
6.47%
Vitamin D:0.73µg
4.84%
Source:My Recipes