Description
These Shredded Chicken Tacos with Creamy Chimichurri Sauce are a delightful combination of tender shredded chicken, flavorful creamy chimichurri sauce, and fresh toppings, all wrapped in warm flour tortillas. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal!
Ingredients
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Creamy Chimichurri Sauce:
- 3 tbsp. Mayonnaise (Duke’s or Hellman’s)
- 3 tbsp. plain Greek Yogurt (full-fat)
- 2 tbsp. minced Shallot
- 1 tbsp. finely chopped Parsley
- 1 tbsp. finely chopped Cilantro
- 1 small clove Garlic, pressed or grated
- 1 tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 tsp. Red Wine Vinegar
- 1/2 tsp. Kosher Salt
Shredded Chicken Filling:
- 2 tsp. Avocado Oil
- 8 oz. Chicken Breast
- 1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp. Kosher Salt
- 1/2 tsp. freshly cracked Black Pepper
- 1 small Jalapeno, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped Red Onion
- 1 tbsp. finely chopped Cilantro
Tacos / Toppings:
- 6 small Flour Tortillas (about 5″ in diameter)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Romaine Lettuce or your favorite greens
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced Red Onion
- 1/2 medium Avocado, sliced or diced
- 1/3 cup crumbled Feta Cheese
Instructions
- Make the Creamy Chimichurri Sauce: Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl, whisk to combine, adjust seasoning, and set aside.
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breast with spices and let it rest.
- Cook the Chicken: Sear the chicken until cooked through, then shred and set aside.
- Cook the Jalapenos and Red Onions: Cook in the same pan, then add the shredded chicken back in.
- Mix in the Shredded Chicken: Combine chicken with cooked vegetables.
- Add Cilantro: Stir in cilantro and remove from heat.
- Build the Tacos: Fill tortillas with chicken mixture, lettuce, avocado, feta, and top with chimichurri sauce.
Notes
- Feel free to customize toppings with your favorite ingredients.
- Adjust spice levels to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg