Sarah's Easy Shredded Chicken Taco Filling

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This shredded chicken taco recipe is quick to make — no slow cooker needed. Serve the warm chicken filling in a taco shell, covered with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, or other favorite toppings.

Submitted by Anonymous

Updated on November 4, 2023

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

4

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Ingredients

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon minced onion
¼ cup tomato sauce
1 pinch ground cumin
1 pinch chili powder

Directions

Place chicken breasts in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then simmer until no longer pink, 10 to 12 minutes.
Transfer chicken breasts to a bowl. Allow to cool briefly, then shred with 2 forks.
Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in shredded chicken, tomato sauce, cumin, and chili powder. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until chicken is hot and flavors have blended, about 3 minutes.

Recipe Tip

If you prefer more sauce, add additional tomato sauce, a spoonful at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

213	Calories
6g	Fat
1g	Carbs
35g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 213
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g	8%
Saturated Fat 1g	7%
Cholesterol 96mg	32%
Sodium 158mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	1%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 35g	71%
Vitamin C 1mg	1%
Calcium 20mg	2%
Iron 1mg	8%
Potassium 343mg	7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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