Easiest Crockpot Shredded Chicken Tacos
A weeknight dinner game changer! These Crockpot Shredded Chicken Tacos are incredibly simple to make, requiring minimal prep time and resulting in a crowd-pleasing meal perfect for busy evenings.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Plate or cutting board for shredding chicken
- Forks for shredding chicken
- Skillet optional, for warming tortillas
- Microwave optional, for warming tortillas
- Immersion blender optional, for shredding chicken
- Hand mixer optional, for shredding chicken
- Airtight container for storing leftovers
- freezer-safe bags for freezing leftovers
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 packet taco seasoning or 2 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies undrained (14.5 oz)
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1 lime juice of
- 12 small taco-sized tortillas corn or flour
Optional toppings
- shredded lettuce
- diced tomatoes
- shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend
- avocado slices creamy
- sour cream a dollop
- salsa your favorite
- fresh cilantro a sprinkle
Instructions
- Place your chicken breasts or thighs into your slow cooker.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Generously sprinkle taco seasoning all over the chicken, ensuring it's well coated.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Pour in the entire can of undrained diced tomatoes with green chilies and the chicken broth.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Carefully remove the cooked chicken from the slow cooker and place it on a plate or cutting board. Shred the chicken using two forks.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir it with the sauce until perfectly combined.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Stir in the fresh lime juice to brighten the flavors.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- While the chicken is finishing, warm your tortillas according to package directions.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Spoon the warm shredded chicken into the tortillas and add your favorite toppings. Enjoy!1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Notes
This recipe is adaptable. For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper. A diced yellow onion or chopped bell peppers can be added for more flavor and nutrients. Water can be used instead of chicken broth, but broth adds more flavor. Stir in cheese at the end for a cheesy filling. Do not overcook the chicken to prevent dryness. Prep ingredients the night before for a faster morning. The chicken can be shredded directly in the slow cooker using an immersion blender or hand mixer on low speed. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.