Ingredients
– 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for spice level)
– 1 can (15-ounce) diced tomatoes with green chilies
– 1 cup chicken broth
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
– Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your Shredded Mexican Chicken:
1. Prep Chicken: Start by patting the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Sauté Onions and Garlic: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Add Spices: Stir in the cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for about 30 seconds to toast the spices and enhance their flavor.
4. Add Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet, nestling them among the onion mixture.
5. Add Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juice) and the chicken broth. Make sure the chicken is mostly submerged in the liquid.
6. Simmer: Cover and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 30-40 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
7. Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
8. Combine: Return the shredded chicken to the skillet, mixing it well with the remaining sauce. Allow it to simmer for an additional 5 minutes for the flavors to meld.
9. Taste and Adjust: Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or spices as desired.
10. Rest: Remove from heat and let it sit for about 10 minutes before serving.
These steps will guide you through creating a mouthwatering dish effortlessly!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 40g