Description
Savor the essence of Mexico with these flavorful juicy chicken tacos, bursting with spices and perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Corn or flour tortillas
- Toppings (e.g., diced onions, cilantro, avocado, lime wedges)
Instructions
- Add the olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and sear until browned, about 5 minutes on each side.
- Pour in the chicken broth, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken and shred it with two forks.
- Return the shredded chicken to the skillet with the juices, stirring to combine.
- Warm the tortillas and fill them with the shredded chicken.
- Serve with your choice of toppings.
Notes
For best results, let the chicken rest before shredding and use low-sodium chicken broth for depth in flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg