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Crockpot Chicken Tacos

Crockpot Chicken Tacos

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  • Prep Time: 10 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 Hours
  • Total Time: 4 Hours 10 Minutes
  • Yield: 6 Servings 1x
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

How to make tender crockpot chicken tacos with just chicken, salsa and spices that practically cook themselves for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup chunky salsa
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Seasonings

  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Taco Assembly

  • 8–10 corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Instructions

  1. Season Chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry and season generously with salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika on both sides.
  2. Add Liquids: Place seasoned chicken in crockpot, then pour salsa and chicken broth over top. Sprinkle taco seasoning packet evenly across the chicken.
  3. Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours until chicken shreds easily with a fork.
  4. Shred Chicken: Remove chicken from crockpot and shred using two forks. Return shredded chicken to cooking liquid and stir to combine all flavors.
  5. Warm Tortillas: Heat tortillas in dry skillet for 30 seconds per side or wrap in damp paper towel and microwave for 45 seconds.
  6. Assemble Tacos: Fill warm tortillas with shredded chicken mixture and top with cheese, onion, tomatoes, lettuce, and sour cream as desired.
  7. Serve Immediately: Serve tacos right away while chicken is warm and cheese melts slightly. Keep extra chicken warm in crockpot on low setting.

Notes

  • Don’t skip patting chicken dry before seasoning; excess moisture dilutes flavors.
  • Save cooking liquid to moisten chicken if it dries out during storage.
  • Frozen chicken works but add 1 hour to cooking time for food safety.
  • Leftover chicken makes excellent quesadillas, salads, or burrito bowls.
  • Double the recipe easily for meal prep or feeding a crowd.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning after shredding for perfect flavor balance.

Allergy Information: Dairy

Nutrition

  • Calories: 285 calories
  • Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Protein: 32g

Find it online: https://tastetrend.net/the-easiest-crockpot-chicken-tacos-you-ll-make-every-week/