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Savory shredded chicken taco with cheese, vegetables, and lime on tortilla.

Mexican Pulled Chicken

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5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine tex-mex
Servings 8 servings
Calories 151 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 pounds chicken breasts or thighs, skinless and boneless
  • 1 cup chicken broth

Instructions
 

  • Mix spices: In a small bowl, combine chili powder, paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, black pepper, and dried oregano. Stir them together to create your chicken taco seasoning.
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  • Season chicken: Coat both sides of the chicken evenly with the seasoning mix you just prepared.
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  • Sear chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side until it's nicely browned.
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  • Poach chicken: Pour chicken broth into the skillet with the chicken. Cover and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is fully cooked.
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  • Shred and serve: Remove the chicken from the skillet and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the skillet and stir to coat with the sauce. Keep it on low heat for 3-5 minutes to enhance the flavors before serving.
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Nutrition

Calories: 151kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 24gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 686mgFiber: 0.4g
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