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Authentic Mexican Shredded Chicken Street Tacos Recipe

Authentic Mexican Shredded Chicken Street Tacos Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large white onion, finely sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz.) diced tomatoes
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce finely chopped
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • Freshly chopped cilantro for garnish
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • Queso fresco, crumbled (optional)
  • Avocado slices (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Boil the chicken breasts in a pot of water until fully cooked.
  • Once cooked, remove from the pot and let cool. Shred the chicken using two forks and set aside.
  • Then take a large skillet and heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they are translucent.
  • Now add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  • Add the diced tomatoes, chipotle peppers, oregano, and cumin to the skillet and mix well.
  • Add the shredded chicken to the skillet and stir until the chicken is well-coated with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Warm the corn tortillas on a skillet or directly over the flame until they are soft and pliable.
  • Finally, assemble the tacos by placing a generous amount of shredded chicken on each tortilla.
  • Garnish with cilantro, a squeeze of lime, queso fresco, and avocado slices if desired.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!