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Easy Shredded Chicken
Juicy chicken thighs become silky-tender when simmered in smoky chipotle salsa, ready to shred in under 35 minutes. The deep, charred flavors pair beautifully with rice, tacos, or enchiladas, making this a weeknight go-to that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen. Perfect for meal prep or feeding a hungry crowd with minimal effort.
Prep time
5 minutes
Cook time
30 minutes
Total time
35 minutes
Servings
4
Ingredients
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup chipotle salsa or your favorite store-bought salsa
Instructions
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Place a large skillet with olive oil over high heat and let the oil heat for a moment.
- Using tongs, add the chicken to the skillet and sear on both sides for 3 minutes each until golden brown.
- Add the salsa to the skillet and cover with a tight-fitting lid. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 25-30 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, flip the chicken and continue cooking for another 10 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and shred the chicken using 2 forks. Use as needed.
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