Spicy Chipotle Shredded Chicken

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pinch of yum
Total Time
45 minutes
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Rating
4.9 out of 5 stars
(36)

Ingredients

4-6 servings
  • 3 individual chipotle peppers in adobo sauce + 1 teaspoon of their sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (store bought is fine – I just use my own so there’s no added sugar)
  • 1 1/2 cups reduced sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup light beer (or replace with 1/2 cup broth)
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
BeginnerDinnerSautéingQuick and Easy
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Chef’s notes

This chicken works great for tacos, salads, Mexican rice and bean bowls, casseroles, nachos, quesadillas, and so much more. I usually add black beans and sometimes corn or cooked farro <– weird but really good.
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