Shredded Mexican Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful Shredded Mexican Chicken recipe, a one-pan masterpiece that's as versatile as it is simple. Juicy chicken breasts are slow-simmered in a vibrant, aromatic sauce made with tomato, chicken broth, and a bold blend of spices like cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika. After a quick sear for added depth, the chicken is shredded to perfection, then simmered again to soak up every ounce of the zesty, smoky flavor. A squeeze of lime juice at the end adds a tangy, citrusy finish that brightens every bite. Ready in under an hour and perfect for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or even rice bowls, this recipe is a go-to for authentic-tasting Mexican-inspired meals that everyone will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine onion powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Add chicken breasts and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until lightly browned. Remove chicken and set aside.
In the same skillet, pour in chicken broth and tomato sauce. Stir to combine, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Stir in the spice mixture until fully incorporated into the sauce.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and shred using two forks.
Return the shredded chicken to the skillet and stir it into the sauce. Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes to allow the chicken to absorb the flavors.
Stir in lime juice right before serving for a burst of freshness.
Serve hot in tacos, burritos, over rice, or as a filling for enchiladas.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1802 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.2 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 771 mg | 257% | |
| Sodium | 4001 mg | 174% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 288.8 g | 578% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 2805 mg | 60% | |
*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.
