Description
Crockpot Chicken Tacos feature tender, flavorful shredded chicken cooked slowly with spices and salsa, making an easy, hands-off meal perfect for taco nights or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 cup salsa (your choice of heat level)
1 packet taco seasoning or homemade blend
1/2 cup chicken broth
Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado, shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, lime wedges
Taco shells or tortillas
Instructions
Place chicken breasts or thighs in the crockpot.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning over the chicken. Pour salsa and chicken broth on top. Stir gently to coat.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender and easily shredded.
- Remove chicken from the crockpot and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir to combine with juices.
- Spoon chicken into taco shells or tortillas and add your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Add diced jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Substitute chicken with shredded pork or beef if desired.
- Serve with lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.
- Mix in black or pinto beans for extra protein and fiber.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat in microwave or on stovetop until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-7 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (with chicken only)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
