Shredded Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prep the Chicken
Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Trim off any excess fat.
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Cooking
- 3
Sauté the Aromatics
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- 4
Cook the Chicken
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet with the sautéed aromatics. Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and cumin. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- 5
Simmer
Cover the skillet and simmer on low for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- 6
Shred the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on a cutting board. Using two forks, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- 7
Finish with Lime Juice
Return the shredded chicken to the skillet, add lime juice, and stir to combine. Let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors.