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Shredded Chicken Tacos with Creamy Chimichurri Sauce

Zesty Shredded Chicken Tacos with Creamy Chimichurri Sauce

Enjoy flavorful Shredded Chicken Tacos with Creamy Chimichurri Sauce for a quick dinner that fits into a busy weeknight routine.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast or thighs for richer flavor
  • 1 medium Jalapeño or bell peppers for milder taste
  • 1 medium Red Onion or green onions for a fresh twist
For the Creamy Chimichurri Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise use lighter variety if desired
  • 1 small Shallot or minced onion
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or cilantro
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro or parsley
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil or any neutral oil
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For Assembling Tacos
  • 4 large Flour Tortillas or corn tortillas for gluten-free
  • 2 cups Shredded Romaine Lettuce or spinach
  • 1 medium Avocado optional
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese or cotija or mozzarella

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, minced shallot, chopped parsley, cilantro, extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a pinch of kosher salt. Blend until smooth, then set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Generously season the chicken breasts on both sides. Let sit for about 10 minutes.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and drizzle olive oil. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 6–7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from pan and let rest before shredding.
  4. In the same skillet, add a splash of olive oil and sauté sliced jalapeños and red onions for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  5. Return the shredded chicken to the skillet and stir with jalapeños and onions. Toss in chopped cilantro and remove from heat.
  6. Warm the tortillas, then layer each with lettuce, a serving of the chicken mixture, avocado slices, chimichurri sauce, and sprinkle with feta cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These tacos are customizable; feel free to adjust the sauce and toppings to your liking.

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