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Shredded Chicken Tacos

Mouthwatering Shredded Chicken Tacos with Creamy Sauce

These Shredded Chicken Tacos are a quick and flavorful solution for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 breast Chicken 8-10 oz., or substitute with chicken thighs
For the Creamy Chimichurri Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt full-fat recommended
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 small Shallot or finely diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or cilantro
  • 1 small Jalapeño optional, or use bell peppers
For Assembly
  • 4 pieces Flour Tortillas or corn tortillas for gluten-free
  • 1 small Red Onion sliced
  • 1 medium Avocado or guacamole
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese or cotija
  • 2 cups Romaine Lettuce shredded

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Medium bowl

Method
 

Directions
  1. Make the Creamy Chimichurri Sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, finely chopped shallot, fresh parsley, jalapeño, olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, and salt in a medium bowl.
  2. Season the Chicken by patting dry and rubbing it with a mix of garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
  3. Cook the Chicken in a skillet with avocado oil over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
  4. Sauté Jalapeño and Onions in the same skillet with a splash of water for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Combine the shredded Chicken with the sautéed jalapeños and onions, adding chopped cilantro.
  6. Build the Tacos by laying romaine lettuce, then chicken mixture, avocado, feta, and drizzle chimichurri sauce on each tortilla.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 24gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Assemble Tacos just before serving for the freshest flavors.

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