Tomato-Braised Shredded Chicken Tacos

Name: Tomato-Braised Shredded Chicken Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Tex-Mex, Mexican
Ingredients: 2 lb Chicken Breast; 1 tsp Ground Cumin; 2 tsp Ground Oregano; 2 tsp Minced Garlic; 2 tbsp Olive Oil; 0.5 tsp Powdered Sugar; 1 oz Taco Seasoning; 8 whole Taco Shell; 16 oz Tomato Sauce; 0.25 cup Water; 2 tsp White Vinegar

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 Tex-Mex 🇺🇸🇲🇽Mexican High-Protein 💪Low-Carb Halal 🕌

Tomato-Braised Shredded Chicken Tacos feature tender pulled chicken simmered in a seasoned tomato sauce with warm cumin, oregano, and garlic. The tang of vinegar and a hint of sweetness round out the flavors, making these tacos juicy and well-balanced. Perfect for a casual weeknight dinner or a relaxed gathering where everyone builds their own.

Prep15 mins
Cook40 mins
Serves8
DifficultyEasy

1

In a large bowl, combine water and seasoning mix. Add tomato sauce, vinegar, garlic, oregano, cumin, and sugar; stir until well mixed.
2

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
3

Add the tomato sauce mixture and bring it to a boil.
4

Lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
5

Remove the chicken breasts from the pan and, when cool enough to handle, shred the meat with two forks.
6

Return the shredded chicken to the pan with the tomato sauce. Cook and stir until the chicken is coated and the sauce reduces slightly, about 5 minutes.
7

Transfer the chicken and sauce to a serving bowl and spoon onto taco shells.