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Sarah's Quick Shredded Chicken for Tacos

Sarah's Quick Shredded Chicken for Tacos delivers tender, juicy chicken folded into a light tomato-onion sauce accented with cumin and chili powder. It’s simple yet flavorful, perfect for weeknight taco nights or casual gatherings where you want a reliable, tasty filling that pairs well with your favorite toppings.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook15 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Sarah's Quick Shredded Chicken for Tacos
  1. 1

    Assemble all the ingredients.

  2. 2

    Put the chicken breasts in a saucepan and cover them with water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then simmer until no longer pink, 10 to 12 minutes.

  3. 3

    Move the chicken breasts to a bowl. Let them cool briefly, then shred with 2 forks.

  4. 4

    Warm the vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent, 2 to 3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Stir in the shredded chicken, tomato sauce, cumin, and chili powder. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to low and simmer until the chicken is hot and the flavors have blended, about 3 minutes.

  6. 6

    Serve and enjoy!