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MG-Friendly Pulled Chicken Tacos

These pulled chicken tacos are low on effort and high on flavor.

Bryan* loves being creative and experimenting in the kitchen, but he also loves tacos. “I can eat tacos five times a day, seven days a week,” he says with a laugh. This recipe is the best of both worlds—they’re tacos and they’re easy to customize. 

Bryan knows firsthand how MG symptoms can affect his ability to eat and cook. Since his diagnosis over 30 years ago, he learned a lot of MG-friendly cooking tips, and he’s sharing them with the community. With his fiancée, Caroline, by his side, Bryan shows you how to make his flavorful pulled chicken taco recipe step-by-step in the cooking video below.

Check out Bryan’s tutorial on how to make the pulled chicken tacos.

In addition to tasting good, Bryan likes this dish because you can use MG-friendly tools. He suggests a food chopper and large-print measuring cups and spoons, which can be helpful if you have upper body weakness or blurry vision. Also, if your eyes are bothering you, you don’t have to worry about messing up any measurements, because you can season the slow-cooked chicken however you like.

The pulled chicken is soft and tender, which may make it easier to chew.

Bryan
Living with MG

If you’re experiencing lower body weakness, Bryan suggests using a stool during prep and taking breaks throughout the process. He also talks about prepping ingredients when you have the energy, like in the morning for example. “If I’m not experiencing any MG weakness, I take advantage of that time to chop ingredients for later,” he adds. And because this recipe uses a slow cooker, there is a 5- to 6-hour break while the chicken cooks so you can get off your feet and rest.

Finally, even though this is technically a taco recipe, you can eat the pulled chicken and all your favorite toppings however you choose. Hard taco shells may be easier to hold. To make it easier to chew, try soft tortillas or making it a burrito bowl with rice. Serving the chicken on a bed of lettuce is also an option if you’re craving extra veggies.

From seasonings to toppings to however you decide to eat your tacos, this recipe allows you the space to customize and get creative while working around your MG symptoms. Now you’re ready for the next Taco Tuesday, or Tacos Everyday if you’re like Bryan.

For the full recipe and more MG-friendly tips and tools, download the recipe card.

Please consult your healthcare team on which recipes are best for your dietary needs and whether any modifications would be appropriate. Also consider any allergies or dietary restrictions before making these recipes.

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