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Smoked Pulled Chicken Tacos

Cultural Context

Smoked Pulled Chicken Tacos are a delicious fusion of traditional Mexican flavors and modern smoking techniques. Originating from the vibrant street food culture of Mexico, these tacos celebrate the art of slow-cooked, tender chicken infused with smoky flavors. They are often enjoyed during gatherings and family meals, showcasing the communal spirit of sharing food. Today, variations can be found worldwide, with many opting for different types of meats and toppings, but the essence of the taco remains the same: a flavorful filling wrapped in a warm shell.

MexicanMXmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 pound chicken breasts or chicken thighs, boneless, skinless about four breasts
2 cups chunky salsa
3 tablespoons Taco seasoning
2 cups peppers, green, yellow, orange or red, sliced
8 soft flour tortillas
lettuce
cheese, shredded
sour cream
avocados, sliced or diced or guacamole
Jalapeno pepper, chopped or diced
green onion, thinly sliced

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breasts

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground chicken is often less expensive and cooks quickly.

1

Spray bottom of slow cooker with cooking spray.

2

Place chicken in slow cooker and sprinkle as evenly as possible with Taco seasoning.

3

Pour 1 ½ cups of salsa on top of the chicken.

4

Cook covered on low for 6-7 hours or high 3-3 ½.

5

Shred chicken with forks inside slow cooker or remove chicken and shred on cutting board.

6

Once shredded chicken is done and inside slow cooker add peppers.

7

Stir and cook covered on high for about 10 minutes or until heated through.

8

Spoon about ⅔ of a cup of the chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla and add preferred toppings.

9

Fold bottom end of tortilla over filling. Fold in sides, leaving top end open. Secure with a toothpick, if necessary.

Cooking Techniques

smokingshredding

Equipment Needed

slow cooker

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Pulled Chicken TacosSmoked Chicken Tacos
Local Name: tacos de pollo deshebrado ahumado

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