Description
Cafe Rio Shredded Chicken is a delightful dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine right to your table. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are seasoned with a perfect blend of spices and cooked until they’re irresistibly flavorful. This versatile recipe is ideal for tacos, burritos, or salads, making it a go-to choice for family gatherings or weeknight dinners. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, you’ll impress your guests and satisfy your cravings in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- Juice of 2 limes
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop garlic and cilantro.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken breasts for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add chicken broth, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, and spices to the skillet. Stir well.
- Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, cover, and cook for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and shred using two forks. Return shredded chicken to skillet and stir in chopped cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg