How to Make Delicious Pulled Chicken Taco Filling - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a delicious and versatile taco filling that will impress your family and friends? Look no further than this recipe for Delicious Pulled Chicken Taco Filling! This savory and flavorful dish is perfect for taco night, game day gatherings, or a casual weeknight dinner. With tender, juicy pulled chicken and a mix of tasty spices and seasonings, this filling is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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Ingredients

  • 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

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • 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

    352 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 105mg
    • Sodium: 1799mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 32g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 117mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 857mg