Shredded Chicken in Tomato Sauce

Transform your weeknight dinner with this flavorful Shredded Chicken in Tomato Sauce, a hearty dish bursting with smoky, savory spices and tender pieces of shredded chicken. Perfectly seasoned with cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano, the chicken is simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, onion, and a hint of chicken broth for depth. This one-pan recipe is not only simple to prepare in under an hour but also versatile — serve it over rice, pasta, or even in tacos for a crowd-pleasing meal. Garnished with fresh cilantro, this comforting dish combines wholesome ingredients and bold flavors, making it a must-try for easy, homemade meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 15 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5 minutes on each side until they are lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and sauté for about 3 minutes, until translucent.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the onions and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 6

Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and chicken broth, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Stir in the cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Add the bay leaf to the sauce and return the chicken breasts to the skillet, submerging them in the sauce.

Step 9

Bring the sauce to a simmer, cover the skillet, and reduce the heat to low.

Step 10

Cook for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Step 11

Remove the chicken breasts from the skillet and place them on a cutting board. Let them cool slightly before shredding with two forks.

Step 12

Return the shredded chicken to the skillet, stirring to coat evenly with the tomato sauce.

Step 13

Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for an additional 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 14

Remove the bay leaf and discard.

Step 15

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1220.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1052.0

Total Fat 42.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 3719.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 25.7g
Protein 120.2g	0%

Vitamin D 17.4IU	0%
Calcium 261.4mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 2953.9mg	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: 36.3%

Protein: 45.5%

Carbs: 18.2%