Mexican Shredded Chicken
Quick and easy Mexican shredded chicken recipe made on the stovetop in 1 pot and only 30 minutes. Great for tacos, casseroles and sandwiches.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Oil
- 1 tbsp Onion Finely chopped
- 1 pound Chicken breast
- 4 tbsp Taco seasoning
- Salt To taste
- Pepper To taste
- 1/2 cup Water Or chicken broth
- 8-10 Tacos Hard or soft
- 1 cup Toppings E.g. lettuce, tomatoes, onions, sour crea e.t.c
Instructions
- Heat oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat.
- Add onions and chicken and cook until chicken is no longer pink and onion is golden brown.
- Stir in taco seasoning, salt, pepper and water or chicken broth. Mix thoroughly.
- Cover and cook for about 15 minutes.
- Remove the cover and cook until water is reduced and chicken is cooked through, making sure to stir every few minutes.
- Turn off the heat and use two forks to shred the chicken.
- Fill your hard or soft tacos with shredded chicken and your choice of toppings and enjoy!
Notes
- Read all my tips above.
- Leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 131kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 231mg | Potassium: 279mg | Vitamin A: 190IU | Vitamin C: 1.7mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.4mg