Savory Chicken Filling

Elevate your culinary creations with this versatile and flavor-packed Savory Chicken Filling! Made with tender shredded chicken breasts braised in a rich, aromatic sauce of chicken broth, sautéed onions, and garlic, this recipe gets its irresistible depth of flavor from bold spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano. A burst of freshness from chopped cilantro and a zesty squeeze of lime juice tie it all together, making it the perfect filling for tacos, empanadas, sandwiches, or even meal-prep bowls. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy and customizable recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Plus, it stores beautifully, so you can enjoy its mouthwatering essence for days!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lime juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until the onion turns translucent.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth and add the cumin, smoked paprika, and dried oregano. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Return the chicken to the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Remove the chicken from the skillet and shred it using two forks.

Step 8

Return the shredded chicken to the skillet and mix well with the sauce.

Step 9

Add the fresh chopped cilantro and lime juice. Stir to combine.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 11

Use the filling immediately in tacos, sandwiches, or empanadas, or let it cool and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(837.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	940.8

Total Fat 42.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 2017.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 22.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.8g	0%
Total Sugars 6.6g
Protein 115.2g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 170.2mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 1569.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.8%

Protein: 49.5%

Carbs: 9.8%