This shredded chicken taco recipe is made with chicken breasts simmered in tomato sauce with cumin and chili powder for a super-quick taco filling.
Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Calories
213 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Place chicken breasts in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then simmer until no longer pink, 10 to 12 minutes.
Step 2
Gather all ingredients.
Step 3
Transfer chicken breasts to a bowl. Allow to cool briefly, then shred with 2 forks.
Step 4
Serve and enjoy!
Step 5
Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent, 2 to 3 minutes.
Step 6
Stir in shredded chicken, tomato sauce, cumin, and chili powder. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until chicken is hot and flavors have blended, about 3 minutes.