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Low Carb Shredded Chicken Tacos

Published: Jan 9, 2025 by Lara Clevenger, Registered Dietitian This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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These Shredded Chicken Tacos are juicy and are full of flavor. It is great for a weeknight Taco Tuesdays! The best part about this recipe is that it is low carb too!

Low Carb Shredded Chicken Tacos on a white plate with cabbage, guacamole and cheese on top and a sliced lime on the side

Low-Carb Shredded Chicken Tacos

Leftover nights don’t have to feel uninspired, especially when there’s shredded chicken waiting in your fridge. Leftover chicken thighs are a flavor-packed base for a delicious and easy dinner. And what better way to bring them back to life than turning them into tacos?

Don't have any leftover chicken thighs? Don't worry; you can make these Instant Pot shredded chicken thighs or these Chicken Thighs on the Blackstone Griddle and shred the meat.

Low Carb Shredded Chicken Tacos on a white plate with cabbage, guacamole and cheese on top and a sliced lime on the side

Why you'll love this Low Carb Shredded Chicken Tacos

  • Low carb recipe - with only 3g of net carbs per serving!
  • Easy to make - this recipe only takes 22 minutes to make, and you only need 6 ingredients.

Ingredients

  • small tortillas (I used these mini street taco zero carb tortillas)
  • shredded chicken (Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs)
  • shredded red cabbage
  • guacamole
  • cotija cheese
  • lime
ingredients of frozen chicken thighs, water black pepper, salt and Italian seasonings

Tips & Tricks

Adding back the ¼ cup of liquid helps to keep the shredded chicken from drying out. 

If you like spicy foods then you can always top these Shredded Chicken Thighs with your favorite hot sauce!

Tools to make this easy recipe

If you like a quick and easy meal with no prep then you’ll love making this easy chicken thighs recipe in your Instant Pot!

Instant Pot shredded frozen chicken thighs in the instant pot

How to make Low Carb Shredded Chicken Tacos

  1. Add ¼ cup of shredded chicken to each tortilla
  2. Then top each with shredded red cabbage, guacamole, cheese and top with fresh squeezed lime juice.
  3. Optionally top with your favorite hot sauce.
shredded chicken thighs with a fork in it in a white bowl
Make Instant Pot shredded chicken thighs
Low Carb Shredded Chicken Tacos on a white plate
Add ¼ cup of shredded chicken to each tortilla
Low Carb Shredded Chicken Tacos on a white plate with cabbage and guacamole on top
Then top each with shredded red cabbage, and guacamole
Low Carb Shredded Chicken Tacos on a white plate with cabbage, guacamole and cheese on top and a sliced lime on the side
Add cheese on top with fresh squeezed lime juice.

Substitutions

If you do not have chicken thighs, you can substitute with chicken breasts. Just remember that you'll need to adjust the time slightly.

Low Carb Shredded Chicken Tacos on a white plate with cabbage, guacamole and cheese on top and a sliced lime on the side

What to serve with Low Carb Shredded Chicken Tacos

If you are looking to keep this meal a low carb meal, try Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice with it.

You can also serve these with fresh homemade salsa, Mexican street corn and guacamole.

How to store

Store leftovers in a glass container for up to five days.

How to reheat

Reheat in a microwave safe container for 3-5 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165F.

You can reheat your leftovers in the oven at 350F on a baking sheet for 10-15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165F.

Low Carb Shredded Chicken Tacos on a white plate with cabbage, guacamole and cheese on top and a sliced lime on the side
Low Carb Shredded Chicken Tacos on a white plate with cabbage, guacamole and cheese on top and a sliced lime on the side

Low Carb Shredded Chicken Tacos

Jessica
These Shredded Chicken Tacos are juicy and are full of flavor. It is great for a weeknight Taco Tuesdays! The best part about this recipe is that it is low carb too!
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Cook Time 22 minutes mins
Total Time 22 minutes mins
Servings 4
Calories 218 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients
  

  • 8 small tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded chicken
  • 1 cup red cabbage shredded
  • ½ cup guacamole
  • ¼ teaspoon cotija cheese
  • 1 lime cut into wedges
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Instructions
 

  • Add ¼ cup of shredded chicken to each tortilla
  • Then top each with shredded red cabbage, guacamole, cheese and top with fresh squeezed lime juice.
  • Optionally top with your favorite hot sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 218kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 13gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 470mgPotassium: 324mgFiber: 17gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 337IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 78mgIron: 1mg
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