Description
These Shredded Chicken Tacos with Creamy Chimichurri Sauce are a delicious and flavorful twist on traditional tacos. Tender shredded chicken, vibrant veggies, creamy chimichurri sauce, and tangy feta cheese all come together in a warm tortilla for a 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 Red Onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp. Cilantro (finely chopped)
Tacos / Toppings:
- 6 small Flour Tortillas (about 5″ in diameter)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Romaine Lettuce (or greens of choice)
- 1/4 cup Red Onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 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, taste and adjust seasoning. Set aside.
- Season the Chicken: Combine garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Season chicken and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Brown chicken in oil, cook until internal temperature reaches 165 F, then shred.
- Cook the Jalapenos and Red Onions: In the same pan, cook jalapenos and onions until softened and slightly crispy.
- Mix in the Shredded Chicken: Combine shredded chicken with jalapenos and onions in the pan.
- Add Cilantro: Mix in cilantro and turn off the heat.
- Build the Tacos: Fill tortillas with romaine, avocado, chicken mixture, feta cheese, and drizzle with chimichurri sauce.
Notes
- You can customize these tacos with additional toppings like salsa, sour cream, or hot sauce.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less jalapenos.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg