Whole30 Shredded Chicken Tacos
Satisfy your taco cravings while staying true to your clean eating goals with these flavorful Whole30 Shredded Chicken Tacos. This quick and easy recipe features tender, perfectly seasoned shredded chicken cooked in a savory blend of garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika. Served in crunchy, low-carb romaine lettuce leaves, these tacos are topped with creamy avocado slices, zesty salsa, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime for a bright, refreshing finish. Perfect for a light and healthy dinner or meal prep, these tacos are grain-free, dairy-free, and Whole30-compliant, making them a delicious option for anyone looking to enjoy bold, wholesome flavors without compromise. Ready in under 35 minutes, they’re the perfect combination of simplicity and satisfaction!
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 pieces romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 piece ripe avocado
- 0.5 cup compliant salsa
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 piece lime
Directions
Step 1
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper on both sides.
Step 3
Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until a golden crust forms.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to medium, pour in 0.5 cup of chicken broth, cover the skillet, and let the chicken cook through for about 10-12 more minutes.
Step 5
Remove the chicken breasts from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes. Use two forks to shred the chicken.
Step 6
Lay out the romaine lettuce leaves and distribute the shredded chicken evenly among them.
Step 7
Peel, pit, and slice the avocado. Add slices on top of the chicken in each lettuce wrap.
Step 8
Top the tacos with compliant salsa, sprinkle with fresh cilantro, and squeeze fresh lime juice over them.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 Shredded Chicken Tacos!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (931.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1174.6 |
| Total Fat 63.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 295.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2044.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 36.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.7g | |
| Protein 116.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 3.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 173.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2398.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories