Shiner® Bock Shredded Chicken Tacos

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 3

Shiner® Bock Shredded Chicken Tacos - a Texan twist on a Mexican classic

by The Chefin Tacos

Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hr 30 min

Ready In

1 hr 40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 whole chicken
	2 tablespoons chicken fajita seasoning
	1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
	2 cups water , or more as needed
	3 fresh jalapeno peppers , diced
	1 white onion , chopped
	1 package corn tortillas , or as needed
	1 package shredded Mexican cheese blend , or to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

425

Sugar

Fat

17g

Shiner® Bock Shredded Chicken Tacos are a Texas-style twist on the classic Mexican dish. The chicken is slow-cooked in a rich and flavorful beer, which gives it a unique taste that is sure to impress your guests. The spice of the jalapeño peppers and onion is balanced by the gooey melted cheese, making these tacos the perfect combination of spicy and savory. Whether you're preparing them for your next potluck or whipping up a quick dinner for your family, these tacos are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	Rinse chicken and pat dry. Rub chicken with fajita seasoning and cayenne pepper.
3.	Place chicken in a Dutch oven and add water. Cover and bake for 1 ½ hours or until the chicken is tender.
4.	Remove chicken from Dutch oven and shred meat with two forks.
5.	Add jalapeño peppers and onion to the Dutch oven. Add more water if necessary. Cover and cook until the vegetables are tender.
6.	Serve shredded chicken and vegetables on warm corn tortillas. Top with shredded cheese.

PROS

These tacos are packed with flavor and spice, making them a great choice for a Tex-Mex feast.

The chicken is slow-cooked in Shiner® Bock beer, which gives it a unique, deep flavor that pairs perfectly with the spice of the jalapeños and onion.

These tacos are easy to make and can be customized with your favorite toppings.

CONS

These tacos are a bit messy to eat, so be sure to have napkins on hand.

They are also quite spicy, so they may not be suitable for those who are sensitive to heat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these tacos are not exactly health food, they do contain some nutritious ingredients.
Chicken is a great source of protein and contains essential vitamins and minerals.
Onion and jalapeño peppers are both packed with antioxidants, fiber, and vitamins.