Delicious Pulled Chicken Taco Filling

Simmered in a blend of salsa, lime juice, and spices, this Mexican-flavored pulled chicken is easy to make and a perfect filling for tacos!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 55 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
• Calories: 352 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 tablespoons ground cumin
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
• 2 cups fresh salsa
• 1 tablespoon ground paprika
• 6 (4 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons salt, or to taste
• 0.5 medium lime, juiced
• 1.5 cups water, or as needed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat a large pot over medium heat until hot. Add salsa; saute for 3 minutes.

Step 2

Add chicken thighs, brown sugar, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, thyme, black pepper, and cayenne. Add enough water to mostly cover the chicken; bring to a boil.

Step 3

Reduce heat to low and simmer until chicken is tender and juices run clear, about 45 minutes. Add more water if the bottom of the pot starts to dry out.

Step 4

Remove chicken from the pot and shred with 2 forks. Return to the pot and mix with sauce to coat.