Description
Juicy and flexible Pulled Chicken Tacos that are quick to make and customizable with various toppings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken (breasts, thighs, or rotisserie) (Choose based on preference.)
- 1 medium Onion (Chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Minced or crushed.)
- 1 cup Broth or water (Just enough to keep things juicy.)
- 2 tbsp Taco seasoning (Store bought or homemade.)
- 1 cup Salsa (For flavor and moisture.)
- 8 pieces Tortillas (Corn or flour, warmed before serving.)
Simple Toppings
- 1 cup Shredded lettuce (For freshness.)
- 1 cup Cheese (Shredded or crumbled.)
- 1 bunch Cilantro (Chopped.)
- 1 lime Lime (Cut into wedges for serving.)
Instructions
Cooking the Chicken
- Put chicken in a pot or deep pan with a splash of broth and a little salsa. Add onion and garlic if you have it.
- Sprinkle in taco seasoning. You want enough that it smells bold.
- Cover and simmer on low until the chicken is cooked through and tender. Breasts usually take about 15 to 20 minutes depending on thickness. Thighs can take a bit longer.
- Turn off the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes. This helps keep juices in.
- Shred with two forks right in the pot, then stir so the chicken soaks up all the sauce.
Assembling the Tacos
- Warm your tortillas.
- Add a small layer of chicken, followed by cheese while the chicken is hot so it melts a little.
- Top with lettuce or cabbage, then finish with a squeeze of lime.
- Drizzle sauce on top if desired.
Notes
For best results, keep the chicken moist with sauce or broth, and don’t skip warming the tortillas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican