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Crockpot Chicken Tacos
Crockpot Chicken Tacos have deep Mexican flavor. Get the easy recipe for shredded chicken with tomatoes, green chilies, and queso made in a slow cooker.
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Mexican
Keyword
Crockpot Chicken Taocs
Prep Time
10
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
6
hours
hours
Servings
8
each serving is 4 ounces.
Calories
308
kcal
Author
Stephanie Manley
Ingredients
▢
2
pounds
boneless, skiness chicken breast
chicken thigh meat is also ok to use
Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix
▢
1
teaspoon
chili powder
▢
1
teaspoon
garlic powder
▢
1
teaspoon
salt
▢
1
teaspoon
cumin
▢
1/2
teaspoon
smoked paprika
▢
1/2
teaspoon
dry minced onions
2 tablepoons of fresh chopped onions can be used
▢
1/2
teaspoon
cayenne pepper
▢
1/2
teaspoon
oregano
Remaining ingredients
▢
29
ounces
canned diced tomatoes
fire roasted are highly recommended
▢
4
ounce
can of diced green chilies
▢
7
ounce
can of chilis chipotle
optional, but highly recommended
▢
15
ounce
jar of salsa con queso
Toppings (Optional)
▢
diced tomatoes
▢
shredded cheese
▢
diced onion
▢
sour cream
▢
avocado
▢
guacamole
▢
slices of lime
▢
hot sauce
Instructions
Please the chicken in the crockpot in a single layer.
Combine chili powder, garlic powder, salt, cumin, smoked paprika, dry minced onions, caynne pepper, and oregano in a small bowl. Stir to combine.
Sprinkle seasoning over the chicken breasts.
Add the diced tomatoes (do not drain), green chilies (do not drain), and chilies chiptole to the crockpot.
Cook on high for 4 hours or cook on low for 8 hours.
Remove the chicken and place in a large bowl to shred (I usually just use two forks.)
Drain excess liquis from the crockpot, leaving a few tablespoons.
Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and add the salsa on queso, stirring to coombine.
Cook for an additional 15 to 20 minutes on low.
Serve on taco shells, tortilla chips, or on a bed of lettuce with the toppings of your choice.
Nutrition
Calories:
308
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
12
g
|
Protein:
31
g
|
Fat:
14
g
|
Saturated Fat:
8
g
|
Cholesterol:
112
mg
|
Sodium:
1575
mg
|
Potassium:
754
mg
|
Fiber:
3
g
|
Sugar:
7
g
|
Vitamin A:
687
IU
|
Vitamin C:
16
mg
|
Calcium:
233
mg
|
Iron:
2
mg
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