Spicy Pulled Chicken Tacos
Spicy Pulled Chicken Tacos are a mouthwatering twist on your classic taco night. These flavorful tacos are filled with tender, shredded beef simmered in a zesty blend of spices, garlic, and jalapeños. Topped with fresh cilantro and served with lime wedges, these tacos are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a casual weeknight dinner or a festive gathering with friends. Dive into this delicious recipe that packs a punch!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs shredded beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup apple vinegar
- 1 tbsp agave syrup + juice of 1 lime
- Corn tortillas
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add garlic and jalapeño; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Stir in shredded beef, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in chicken broth, apple vinegar, and agave-lime mixture; stir well and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and reduce heat to low; cook for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is tender.
- Shred the beef in the skillet using two forks to mix with juices.
- Warm corn tortillas in another skillet or grill for seconds on each side.
- Assemble tacos with pulled beef; garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (estimated total weight: 230g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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