DELICIOUS PULLED CHICKEN TACO FILLING

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This delicious pulled chicken taco filling is slowly simmered until the chicken falls apart, creating the most delicious taco filling you can imagine. Serve on taco shells with refried beans, salsa, guacamole, lettuce, and cheese.

Provided by kelownaalex

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican     Main Dishes     Tacos     Chicken

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups fresh salsa
6 (4 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
¼ cup brown sugar
½ medium lime, juiced
2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground paprika
1 ½ teaspoons salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 ½ cups water, or as needed

Steps:

  • Heat a large pot over medium heat until hot. Add salsa; saute for 3 minutes.
  • Add chicken thighs, brown sugar, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, thyme, black pepper, and cayenne. Add enough water to mostly cover the chicken; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer until chicken is tender and juices run clear, about 45 minutes. Add more water if the bottom of the pot starts to dry out.
  • Remove chicken from the pot and shred with 2 forks. Return to the pot and mix with sauce to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.5 g, Cholesterol 105.2 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 32.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1799.4 mg, Sugar 18 g

Mdmamun rana
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This recipe is so versatile. I've used it to make tacos, burritos, and even nachos. It's always delicious.


Sunday Uzuglo
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I love the smoky flavor of this filling. I use chipotle peppers in adobo sauce to give it a little kick.


Alma Torres
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I usually make a big batch of chicken on the weekend and then use it to make this filling during the week.


muktar Kassim
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. My family loves it!


md sharif
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This recipe is so easy to make and the flavor is incredible. I love that I can use it for tacos, burritos, or even just as a dip with chips.


Ricardo Torres
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I love the smoky flavor of this filling. I use chipotle peppers in adobo sauce to give it a little kick.


Joshua Julias Hananda
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This recipe is a keeper. I'll definitely be making it again.


Dyana Zrar
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always delicious. I highly recommend it!


Yaseen Ahmad
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This recipe is a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables. They love the pulled chicken tacos.


Ghalib Raza
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I love that this recipe is healthy. It's packed with protein and vegetables.


AngelaChan Bg
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This recipe is so easy to follow. I'm a beginner cook and I was able to make it without any problems.


Aiden Banana
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Snax818 sfv
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I love this recipe. The chicken is so tender and flavorful.


MD:SABBBIR B
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This recipe is so versatile. I've used it to make tacos, burritos, and even nachos. It's always delicious.


Kirat Nibas
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I love the smoky flavor of this filling. I use chipotle peppers in adobo sauce to give it a little kick.


Jm King
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I usually make a big batch of chicken on the weekend and then use it to make this filling during the week.


KynleighGRL
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. My family loves it!


Abeerakhan Cutie pie
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This pulled chicken taco filling is amazing! It's so easy to make and the flavor is incredible. I love that I can use it for tacos, burritos, or even just as a dip with chips.