Saucy Braised Chicken Tacos

• total tid: 43 minutes

Ingredienser

1 1/2 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless

3 tablespoons avocado oil

1 red onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup chicken bone broth

12 oz jar chunky red salsa

Spice blend:

2 teaspoon salt

1/2 tsp pepper

1 teaspoon cumin

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Cabbage slaw:

1 cup sliced red cabbage m

juice of (1) lime

For serving: tortillas, guacamole, lime wedges, cilantro

Vejledning

Combine the spices in a small bowl and coat chicken thighs, massaging the spices into chicken

Heat 2 tablespoons avocado oil in a dutch oven over med-high heat

Sear the chicken thighs on each side for 3-4 mins per side

Once the chicken is seared, remove from the dutch oven and set aside

Lower the heat in dutch oven to medium, add remaining avocado oil, and add onions and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent

Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently

Add the chicken bone broth and jarred salsa, bring to a simmer, then simmer for 3-5 minutes

Add the seared chicken back to the dutch oven, cover, and simmer for 25 mins

Transfer the braised chicken to cutting board and shred

Continue cooking the sauce on a simmering boil to thicken (another 5-7 minutes)

Once the chicken has shredded and the sauce has thickened, add chicken back to sauce, stirring to coat

Assemble your tacos with desired garnishes

Enjoy!

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