Description
These Shredded Chicken Tacos with Creamy Chimichurri Sauce are a flavorful twist on traditional tacos. Packed with tender, seasoned chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy chimichurri sauce, each bite is a perfect blend of savory, tangy, and zesty flavors. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal, these tacos are easy to make and full of delicious ingredients that will leave everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
For the Creamy Chimichurri Sauce:
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3 tbsp. Mayonnaise (such as Duke’s or Hellman’s)
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3 tbsp. plain Greek Yogurt (full-fat)
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2 tbsp. minced Shallot
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1 tbsp. finely chopped Parsley
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1 tbsp. finely chopped Cilantro
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1 small clove Garlic (pressed or grated)
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1 tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
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2 tsp. Red Wine Vinegar
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1/2 tsp. Kosher Salt
For the Shredded Chicken Filling:
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2 tsp. Avocado Oil
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8 oz. Chicken Breast
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1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
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1/2 tsp. Kosher Salt
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1/2 tsp. freshly cracked Black Pepper
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1 small Jalapeno (thinly sliced)
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1/4 cup finely chopped Red Onion
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1 tbsp. finely chopped Cilantro
For the Tacos/Toppings:
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6 small Flour Tortillas (about 5” in diameter)
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1 1/2 cups shredded Romaine Lettuce (or your favorite greens)
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1/4 cup thinly sliced Red Onion
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1/2 medium Avocado (sliced or diced)
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1/3 cup crumbled Feta Cheese
Instructions
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Make the Chimichurri Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, shallot, parsley, cilantro, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and kosher salt until smooth. Set aside.
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Cook the Chicken: Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breast with garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove from heat and shred the chicken using two forks.
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Sauté the Veggies: In the same skillet, sauté jalapeno, red onion, and cilantro for 1-2 minutes until softened. Add shredded chicken to the skillet and toss to combine.
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Assemble the Tacos: Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Layer with shredded lettuce, chicken mixture, and chimichurri sauce. Top with red onion, avocado, and crumbled feta cheese. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
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Substitutions: Feel free to swap out the flour tortillas for gluten-free tortillas or lettuce wraps for a low-carb version.
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Make-Ahead: The chimichurri sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Protein Options: You can substitute the chicken with other proteins like turkey, beef, or even tofu for a plant-based option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Mexican
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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