Description
This Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos recipe is an easy and flavorful way to enjoy tender, shredded chicken with just six simple ingredients. Perfect for a busy weeknight or a casual Taco Tuesday, it combines aromatic spices and a touch of lime juice for a delicious taco filling that cooks effortlessly in your slow cooker.
Ingredients
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Spices
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon mild chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (or boneless skinless chicken thighs)
- 2 cups salsa of choice (jarred chunky salsa recommended, any type works)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Spice Mix: In a small bowl, combine the granulated garlic, ground cumin, mild chili powder, and kosher salt thoroughly.
- Season the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts or thighs into a 6-quart slow cooker. Using clean hands, rub the spice mixture evenly on all sides of the chicken for full flavor penetration.
- Slow Cook the Chicken: Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 5-6 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and can be shredded easily with a fork.
- Shred the Chicken: Uncover the slow cooker and transfer the chicken to a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the chicken or dice it into small chunks, depending on your preference.
- Drain and Combine: Drain all but 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid from the slow cooker. Set the slow cooker to warm, return the shredded chicken along with the fresh lime juice and salsa to the pot, and stir to combine all ingredients well.
- Heat and Serve: Allow the mixture to warm thoroughly for about 3-5 minutes. Serve the chicken tacos with your favorite toppings and taco shells or tortillas.
Notes
- This recipe uses only 6 simple ingredients, making it a quick and easy meal option.
- These chicken tacos are delicious without salsa if you prefer to omit it, allowing flexibility to customize flavors.
- Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings like Taco Tuesday.
- Using boneless skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts will add extra juiciness and flavor.
- Feel free to add toppings like avocado, cheese, cilantro, or sour cream to enhance your tacos.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (of 6 servings)
- Calories: 201 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 632 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0.02 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 97 mg
