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Shredded Chicken Tacos with Creamy Chimichurri Sauce

Shredded Chicken Tacos with Creamy Chimichurri Sauce

A small batch chicken taco recipe with shredded chicken, romaine, avocado, feta cheese, and a drizzle of creamy chimichurri sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 tacos
Calories 236 kcal

Equipment

  • Pan
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • wooden spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Chimichurri Sauce

  • 3 tbsp. Mayonnaise like Duke's or Hellman's
  • 3 tbsp. Greek Yogurt plain, full-fat
  • 2 tbsp. Shallot minced
  • 1 tbsp. Parsley finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp. Cilantro finely chopped
  • 1 clove Garlic pressed or grated
  • 1 tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tsp. Red Wine Vinegar
  • ½ tsp. Kosher Salt

For the Shredded Chicken Filling

  • 2 tsp. Avocado Oil
  • 8 oz. Chicken Breast
  • ½ tsp. Garlic Powder
  • ½ tsp. Kosher Salt
  • ½ tsp. Black Pepper freshly cracked
  • 1 small Jalapeno thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup Red Onion finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp. Cilantro finely chopped

For the Tacos / Toppings

  • 6 small Flour Tortillas about 5" in diameter
  • 1.5 cups Romaine Lettuce shredded or your favorite greens
  • ¼ cup Red Onion thinly sliced
  • ½ medium Avocado sliced or diced
  • cup Feta Cheese crumbled

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Make the Creamy Chimichurri Sauce. Combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, minced shallot, finely chopped parsley, finely chopped cilantro, olive oil, red wine vinegar, pressed or grated garlic, and kosher salt in a small bowl. Whisk to thoroughly combine, then taste and season with more salt if needed. Set aside.
  • Season the Chicken. Combine garlic powder, kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper in a bowl and stir to evenly combine. Season the chicken breast all over with the seasoning, then set aside for about ten minutes at room temperature.
  • Cook the Chicken. Heat avocado oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook the seasoned chicken breast for about 4-5 minutes per side, until browned and the internal temperature reaches 165 F. Transfer the chicken to a bowl and cover with foil. Let it rest for at least five minutes, then shred it.
  • Cook the Jalapenos and Red Onions. In the same pan, add a couple of tablespoons of water to scrape the browned bits into the water, then add jalapenos and red onions. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and slightly crispy.
  • Mix in the Shredded Chicken. Transfer the shredded chicken and any liquids back to the hot pan.
  • Add Cilantro. Mix the chicken into the jalapenos and onions, then mix in the finely chopped cilantro. Turn off the heat.
  • Build the Tacos. Layer the shredded lettuce, sliced avocado, and shredded chicken into warmed flour tortillas. Top with crumbled feta cheese and drizzle with creamy chimichurri sauce. Serve warm!

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 236kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 12gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 1045mgPotassium: 312mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1418IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 110mgIron: 2mg
Keyword chicken chimichurri tacos, chicken tacos chimichurri sauce, shredded chicken tacos
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