Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Servings: 4–6

Difficulty: Easy

Spice Level: 🌶️🌶️ Medium

• 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs 
• 1 tbsp salt 
• 1 tsp pepper
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tsp cumin 
• 1tsp chili powder
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1 tomato, diced 
• 2 cups of chicken stock 
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• ¼ cup Halifax Stingin’ Hot Honey
• Juice and zest from half a lime

Optional Toppings

• Avocado
• Radishes, thinly sliced
• Pickled red onions
• Fresh cilantro

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, and olive oil. Mix thoroughly to coat the chicken evenly.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken thighs and sear for 3–4 minutes until lightly browned.

Step 4

Flip the chicken and add the tomatoes and garlic. Stir gently to combine.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken stock and bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for approximately 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender. Add additional stock if needed during cooking.

Step 7

Stir in the Stingin' Hot Honey and remove the pan from the heat.

Step 8

Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the pan and mix it into the cooking liquid.

Step 9

Finish with fresh lime zest and lime juice, stirring to combine.

Step 10

Serve in warm tortillas or on crispy tostadas with your favourite toppings.