My Go-To Shredded Chicken Recipe
Shredded chicken is a versatile and delicious filling for tacos that is loved by many. It’s easy to make and allows you to infuse the chicken with various flavors to suit your taste. Making this shredded chicken for tacos is straightforward and requires minimal effort. This can be prepared using various cooking methods, including stovetop, slow cooker, or Instant Pot. Check out my Easy Instant Pot Mexican Shredded Chicken version. Shredded chicken is a crowd-pleaser and a go-to option for taco lovers. It offers a comforting and satisfying meal that can be customized to match your taste buds. So, next time you’re planning a taco night, consider making some flavorful shredded chicken to enjoy a mouthwatering and easy-to-make taco experience. ⚠️ For Instant Pot and Slow Cooker instructions, scroll down to the recipe card.
Chicken: You can use boneless skinless chicken breasts or tights for this recipe. Seasonings and Spices: You’ll need salt, black pepper, chili powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and dried oregano. Tomato paste: This ingredient adds a rich flavor and also helps to thicken the sauce due to its concentrated nature. Veggies: You’ll need onions and garlic. Oil: You can use olive, vegetable, or canola oil. Canned Tomatoes: I used a can of fire-roasted diced tomatoes for an extra smoky flavor, but you can add regular diced tomatoes if that is what you have handy. Chicken broth Chopped cilantro to garnish (optional)
Customize the flavor. You can customize the shredded chicken by adding seasonings or sauces, such as chipotle sauce or hot sauce, to suit your taste preferences. You can also add a splash of lime juice for extra flavor. Shredding the Chicken. An easier way to shred chicken is using a stand mixer with a paddle attachment for a quicker shredding process. To do so, place the cooked chicken in the stand mixer bowl, and turn the stand mixer on to a low to medium speed setting. Let the paddle attachment work its magic to shred the chicken. You may need to occasionally scrape down the bowl’s sides to ensure all the chicken is evenly shredded. If the chicken pieces are too large to fit into the mixer bowl, cut them into smaller chunks that can easily fit under the paddle attachment.
Freezer: Allow the chicken to cool to room temperature before freezing. Place the shredded chicken in a freezer-safe container or freezer bag. Press out any excess air from the bag before sealing. Frozen shredded chicken can stay good for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to use frozen shredded chicken, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight. Reheating: When reheating the shredded chicken, reheat it in a small pot or skillet over the stovetop until heated through or in the microwave. You can add a splash of chicken broth or water to avoid the chicken drying out.
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