Description

Tender, juicy, and bursting with bold flavor, these Perfect Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken Tacos are the ideal go-to for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. This easy dinner recipe lets the slow cooker do all the work while you enjoy the delicious reward—just add toppings and serve! Whether you’re looking for quick meal ideas, healthy snacks, or dinner ideas for the family, these tacos check all the boxes with their ease, versatility, and satisfying flavor.

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts

1 packet taco seasoning (about 2 tablespoons)

1 cup salsa (mild, medium, or hot)

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 small onion, chopped

1/2 cup chicken broth

10 corn or flour tortillas

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)

1/2 cup sour cream (for topping)

1/2 cup chopped red onion (for topping)

1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for topping)

1 cup diced tomatoes or halved cherry tomatoes (for topping)

1 lime, cut into wedges (for serving)

Instructions

1. Lightly oil or spray the slow cooker insert. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the bottom.

2. Place chicken breasts on top of the onions and garlic. Sprinkle taco seasoning evenly over the chicken.

3. Pour salsa over the seasoned chicken. Add chicken broth around the sides of the slow cooker.

4. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours until chicken is tender.

5. Shred the chicken with two forks directly in the slow cooker. Stir to coat evenly in the sauce.

6. Toast tortillas in a skillet or warm taco shells in the oven until crisp or slightly charred.

7. Assemble tacos by filling each tortilla with shredded chicken. Add cheese, sour cream, red onion, cilantro, tomatoes, and a squeeze of lime.

8. Serve immediately while warm, and enjoy!

Notes

For extra flavor, char your tortillas on an open flame or dry skillet before assembling.

You can double the chicken and freeze leftovers for easy taco nights in the future.

Swap sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter, protein-rich option.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 taco
Calories: 220
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 55mg

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