Shredded Chicken Tacos (15 Minutes)

Shredded chicken tacos turn cooked chicken into juicy, flavorful tacos with salsa, lime, and a few simple seasonings. If you don’t have rotisserie chicken, you can choose from four easy ways to cook and shred your own.

Ingredients Needed for Shredded Chicken Tacos

• Shredded Chicken: You will need 4 cups of cooked chicken. Use rotisserie chicken or one of the four cooking options below.
• Salsa: Use chunky or smooth salsa in your preferred heat level.
• Switch it Up: Flour tortillas, corn tortillas, and crunchy taco shells all work.
• Taco Toppings: Try tomatoes, onion, shredded cheddar cheese, cotija, queso fresco, avocado, guacamole, sour cream, lettuce, crema, olives, corn, fresh tomatoes, beans, rice, or cilantro.
• Use the Chicken in Other Meals: Add it to taco salad, enchiladas, burritos, quesadillas, or nachos.

How to Make Shredded Chicken Tacos

Once your chicken is cooked and shredded, the filling takes only a few minutes to make. Warm your tortillas while the chicken cooks so everything is ready at the same time. You’re gonna love this easy chicken taco recipe!

1. Cook the Garlic: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
2. Season: Add the shredded chicken, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, and salt, then stir to combine and cook for 1 minute.
3. Add the Salsa: Stir in the salsa, chicken broth, and lime juice.
4. Heat Through: Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is hot and juicy. Spoon the shredded chicken tacos into warm tortillas, then add your favorite toppings.