Description
Effortless slow-cooker recipe for juicy, shreddable chicken tacos with minimal hands-on time.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1–1.5 oz)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
- Taco shells (soft tortillas or crunchy shells)
- Toppings: shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, sour cream, cilantro, lime wedges, sliced avocado
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in the slow cooker.
- Evenly sprinkle the taco seasoning over the chicken.
- Pour the chicken broth and salsa over the top.
- Cover and cook: 6–8 hours on low or 3–4 hours on high.
- Shred the chicken right in the cooker and mix into the cooking juices.
- Warm taco shells and fill with shredded chicken and desired toppings.
Notes
For stronger flavor, consider browning the chicken before slow cooking. Use frozen chicken for longer cooking times, and label containers for storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican