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Shredded Chicken Tacos with Creamy Chimichurri Sauce

Shredded Chicken Tacos with Creamy Chimichurri Magic

Quick and customizable Shredded Chicken Tacos with Creamy Chimichurri Sauce perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Chimichurri Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with plain Greek yogurt for lighter version.
  • 1/4 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Full-fat is preferable.
  • 2 tablespoons Minced Shallot Can be swapped with finely chopped onion.
  • 1/2 cup Finely Chopped Parsley
  • 1/4 cup Finely Chopped Cilantro Can be omitted if not preferred.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Pressed or grated.
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
Tacos
  • 1 tablespoon Avocado Oil Can substitute with olive oil.
  • 8 oz Chicken Breast Substitute with shredded rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
  • 1 small Jalapeño Can be omitted or substituted with sweet bell peppers.
  • 1/2 cup Finely Chopped Red Onion Can replace with green onions.
  • 4 pieces Small Flour Tortillas Substitute with corn tortillas for gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Shredded Romaine Lettuce Other greens like kale or spinach may be used.
  • 1/4 cup Thinly Sliced Red Onion Can be omitted based on preference.
  • 1 piece Avocado Can be omitted for fewer calories.
  • 1/4 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese Can substitute with Cotija or omit altogether.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • skillet
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together plain Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, minced shallot, finely chopped parsley, cilantro, pressed garlic, extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and kosher salt until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Coat the chicken breast on all sides with the seasoning mix.
  3. Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add the seasoned chicken breast and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Remove from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before shredding.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté sliced jalapeños and red onion for 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
  5. Return the shredded chicken to the skillet and combine with cooked jalapeños and red onions. Stir in chopped cilantro.
  6. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds on each side. Assemble by layering lettuce, chicken mixture, avocado, and feta on each tortilla. Drizzle with chimichurri sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tacosCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let the chicken rest after cooking for juicier tacos. Customize toppings to your preference.

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