Chicken Taco Meat
Transform your taco night with this juicy, flavor-packed Chicken Taco Meat recipe! Made with tender, shredded chicken breasts infused with a vibrant homemade taco seasoning blend of chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and garlic, this dish offers the perfect balance of smoky, spicy, and savory notes. Simmered in a broth enriched with zesty lime juice, the chicken stays moist and absorbs every bit of bold flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile recipe is ideal for tacos, burritos, or taco bowls and pairs beautifully with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and freshness. Whether you're meal prepping or hosting a fiesta, this easy one-skillet dish will undoubtedly become your go-to weeknight favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Begin by trimming any visible fat from the chicken breasts. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a small bowl, combine the onion powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to create your taco seasoning blend.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. This step locks in flavor but does not cook the chicken fully.
Reduce the heat to medium and pour the chicken broth into the skillet. Sprinkle half of the taco seasoning blend into the broth and stir.
Cover the skillet with a lid and let the chicken simmer for 10-12 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Flip the chicken halfway through cooking and add the lime juice during the last minute of cooking.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and allow it to rest for 2-3 minutes before shredding. You can shred the meat using two forks or a hand mixer on low speed.
Once shredded, return the chicken to the skillet to coat it with the remaining broth and seasoning. Let it cook for an additional 3-5 minutes to absorb extra flavor.
Serve the chicken taco meat warm as a filling for tacos, burritos, or taco bowls. Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for added freshness and color.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
907 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.4 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 2093 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 112.9 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 109 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 1294 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
