Shredded Chicken Tacos

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 1 lb boneless chicken breasts

  • 0.67 cup water

  • 1 package taco seasoning mix

  • 1 package taco shells, prepared per package

  • 5-6 oz shredded Mexican-style cheese

  • 0.5 cup thinly sliced radishes

  • 0.5 cup Salsa Verde

  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Heat oil over medium-high heat in nonstick skillet. Add chicken and cook 3 minutes per side to brown.

  2. Add enough water to skillet to come two-thirds of the way up the sides of the chicken, and cover skillet. Reduce heat to low and cook 13-15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Cool for 5 minutes.

  3. Transfer chicken to cutting board and shred with two forks. Discard cooking liquid.

  4. Return shredded chicken to skillet and stir in 0.67 cup water and taco seasoning mix. Cook over medium heat for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently, until chicken is heated through and sauce is thickened.

  5. Divide warmed chicken mixture among taco shells and top with cheese, radishes, salsa, and cilantro.

Notes

  • Steps 1-3 can be replaced with this Shredded Chicken recipe.

  • Alternative taco toppings can be used if desired.

Source

Old El Paso Original Taco Seasoning Mix recipe card