Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos
Chicken breasts, seasonings, and a few veggies come together to make these delicious Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 Tbsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. paprika
- ½ tsp. dried oregano
- ½ tsp. onion powder
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. salt
- ¼ tsp. pepper
- 14 oz. diced tomatoes
- 4 oz. chopped green chiles
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- juice of one lime
For Serving:
- corn or flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese shredded cabbage, salsa, sour cream and cilantro
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and season with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, onion powder, and garlic powder.
- Add diced tomatoes, green chilies, onion, garlic, and lime juice into the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours until the chicken is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Remove the cooked chicken, shred it, then return it to the slow cooker and mix with the sauce.
- Warm tortillas. Fill each tortilla with chicken mixture.
- Garnish tacos with cilantro and desired toppings like cheese, sour cream, avocado, salsa, or shredded cabbage. Enjoy
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Notes
Nutritional values do not include tortillas or toppings.
For a spicier version, add a diced jalapeño or increase the amount of chili powder.
Chicken thighs can also be used instead of breasts for more flavor and tenderness.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To reheat, gently warm the chicken mixture in a pan over medium heat or in the microwave.
Freeze leftover chicken mixture for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
For gluten-free tacos, ensure the corn tortillas are certified gluten-free.
This chicken mixture is also great for making burrito bowls, salads, or as a filling for enchiladas.
This chicken mixture is also great for making burrito bowls, salads, or as a filling for enchiladas.
Nutrition
Calories: 161kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 625mg | Potassium: 644mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 703IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 2mg
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