Description
Juicy, tender chicken slow-cooked with flavorful spices makes taco night effortless and delicious. Perfect for busy evenings, these crockpot chicken tacos are a crowd-pleaser ready in just a few hours!
Ingredients
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2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
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1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade taco seasoning)
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1 cup salsa (mild or spicy)
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1/2 cup chicken broth or water
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Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, lime wedges
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Tortillas (corn or flour), for serving
Instructions
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Add Ingredients:
Place chicken in crockpot. Sprinkle taco seasoning over chicken. Pour salsa and chicken broth on top. -
Cook:
Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours or high for 2–3 hours until chicken is tender. -
Shred Chicken:
Remove chicken and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to crockpot and stir to combine with juices. -
Serve:
Warm tortillas and fill with chicken and your favorite toppings
Notes
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Use rotisserie chicken and skip slow cooking for a quick version.
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Add black beans or corn in the last hour for extra texture and flavor.
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Double the recipe for meal prep or feeding a crowd.
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For extra spice, add jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–6 hours
Nutrition
- Calories: 280kal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g