Verde Chicken Tacos Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Super quick and easy restaurant style grilled chicken tacos braised in green chile salsa, made in less than 20 minutes using a simple hack.

Prep Time15

Cook Time10

Grilling Time15

Total Time40

Course: Entree

Cuisine: Mexican, Mexican American, Tex-mex

Keyword: best chicken tacos, braised chicken tacos, chicken taco recipe, verde chicken tacos

Servings: people

Cost: $12

2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons chicken seasoning
1 ½ cups verde salsa (I love the 365 Roasted Verde Salsa from Whole Foods for this recipe)

Pre-heat Grill: Prepare grill for two zone-grilling and 500 degrees F, ambient temperature. We prefer lump charcoal.
Grill Chicken: Coat the chicken breast with olive oil and chicken seasoning. Place chicken on the grill grate over direct heat and cover. Grill for 6 minutes or until it browns. Then flip and continue grilling on direct heat, covered, until the other side browns (about 6 additional minutes). If the chicken does not read 160 degrees F in the thickest part of the breast then move to indirect heat to finish cooking.
Shred Chicken: When the chicken is done, remove and allow it to cool for a few minutes, then shred it in a large bowl with a fork while it’s still warm.
Quick Braise Chicken: Meanwhile, warm a large sauté pan over medium heat with olive oil. Add the shredded chicken and green salsa. Stir and let come to a low simmer. Stir occasionally to let it seep into the chicken.
Make Tacos: Remove from heat and then use as fillings for tacos. Add your favorite taco toppings (but keep it simple and let the braised meat shine).

Notes: We love the Whole Foods 365 Roasted Salsa Verde but you can use any green salsa.