Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLa Mesa Mexican RestaurantShredded Chicken Recipe

Shredded Chicken Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Our House Recipe chicken topped with lettuce and cheese

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Cook the Chicken

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.

  2. 2

    Shred the Chicken

    Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool for a few minutes. Once cooled, use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Dish

    In a serving bowl, layer the shredded chicken, topped with fresh lettuce and a generous amount of shredded cheese.

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