Name: Mexican Pulled Chicken for Easy Dinner Recipes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 65 min
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 (15 oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil

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Key Takeaways
Why You’ll Love This Mexican Pulled Chicken
The Secret to Flavorful Dinner Recipes
Perfect for Easy Weeknight Meals
How to Serve Mexican Pulled Chicken
Make-Ahead Tips & Leftover Ideas
About Patricia and Patricia Universe

Key Takeaways

This easy and flavorful Mexican Pulled Chicken is the ideal go-to for dinner recipes. It’s juicy, slow-simmered, and bursting with bold spices. Serve it in tacos, over rice, or in bowls for a meal the whole family will love. It’s quick to prepare, rich in flavor, and great for meal prep too.

Why You’ll Love This Mexican Pulled Chicken

If you’re always searching for new dinner recipes that are both delicious and simple to make, this dish is for you. The chicken comes out unbelievably tender and savory, making it a staple in our weeknight rotation. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or planning ahead, this recipe won’t disappoint.

The Secret to Flavorful Dinner Recipes

Good dinner recipes start with balanced spices and a cooking method that locks in flavor. In this recipe, the combination of smoky paprika, cumin, and chili powder works magic in a tomato-based sauce that tenderizes the chicken to perfection. Add to that a slow simmer and you’ve got an easy recipe that’s anything but boring.

Perfect for Easy Weeknight Meals

This dish checks every box for quick and easy recipes. You only need a handful of pantry ingredients and about 10 minutes of prep. Whether you’re planning recipes for dinner or prepping ahead for busy weekdays, this chicken stores well and tastes even better the next day.

How to Serve Mexican Pulled Chicken

There’s no shortage of ways to enjoy this savory pulled chicken. Stuff it in warm tortillas for tacos, pile it on top of rice for a burrito bowl, or layer it into nachos for a fun game-day bite. It’s a perfect match for food receipt easy recipes and creative leftovers.

Make-Ahead Tips & Leftover Ideas

Want to get ahead? Make a batch on Sunday and store it in the fridge or freezer. Use it throughout the week in sandwiches, salads, wraps, or over greens for a healthy twist. It’s incredibly versatile and fits perfectly into easy recipes for dinner planning.

About Patricia and Patricia Universe

This recipe is brought to you by Patricia, the heart behind Patricia Universe. Her blog is packed with quick and easy recipes, flavorful family meals, and down-to-earth tips for everyday cooks. Explore her site to discover a world of dishes designed to inspire your kitchen adventures.