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Flavorful Gluten-Free Shredded Chicken Tacos Easy Recipe with Ginger Scallion Sauce

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Tender shredded chicken seasoned with zesty spices paired with a punchy ginger scallion sauce, served on gluten-free tortillas for a quick, flavorful, and gluten-free taco night.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup neutral oil (grapeseed or canola)
  • 1 bunch scallions, finely sliced (white and green parts separated)
  • 2 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 8–10 gluten-free corn tortillas
  • Fresh lime wedges
  • Optional toppings: diced avocado, chopped cilantro, sliced radishes, crumbled queso fresco

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken breasts or thighs evenly with smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Once the oil shimmers, add the chicken to the pan and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden but not fully cooked.
  4. Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth, reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the chicken simmer for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
  5. Remove chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Shred the meat finely using two forks or tongs.
  6. Return shredded chicken to the pan with the remaining liquid and stir to coat.
  7. While the chicken cooks, mix the white parts of the scallions and grated ginger in a heatproof bowl.
  8. Gently heat the neutral oil in a small saucepan until shimmering but not smoking (about 275°F).
  9. Carefully pour the hot oil over the scallions and ginger to infuse flavors.
  10. Add soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well and let sit for 10 minutes.
  11. Heat gluten-free corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds to 1 minute on each side or microwave wrapped in a damp cloth for 20-30 seconds.
  12. Place a generous scoop of shredded chicken on each tortilla. Drizzle with ginger scallion sauce and add optional toppings.
  13. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice and serve immediately.

Notes

If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of warm water to loosen it. Avoid overheating the oil when preparing the sauce to prevent burning the ginger and scallions. For a juicier chicken, use thighs instead of breasts. Gluten-free tortillas can crack if overheated; warm gently or microwave wrapped in a damp cloth. Leftover chicken can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 3 months.

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