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Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos are juicy and packed with flavor. Quick and easy dinner recipe that only requires a few minutes of prep time.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 184kcal
Author: Jessica & Nellie

Ingredients

  • 2-3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup salsa any kind
  • 1 1-ounce taco seasoning packet
  • ½ cup yellow onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika

Ingredients in Cilantro Lime Dressing:

  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • PREP & COOK THE CHICKEN: Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  • In a bowl, mix together chicken broth, salsa, taco seasoning, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, chili powder, pepper, cumin, and paprika. Pour the mixture over the chicken.
  • Cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high for 1½ - 2 hours until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreddable. The chicken needs to reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Once cooked, shred the chicken in the pot. Allow the chicken to absorb the flavors for an additional 15-20 minutes on low heat in the slow cooker before serving.
  • MAKE CILANTRO LIME DRESSING: In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, lime juice, chopped cilantro, mayonnaise, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Adjust the seasoning to your taste preferences, adding more lime juice or salt if needed.
  • ASSEMBLE THE TACOS: Warm the tortillas and serve the shredded chicken on them with a drizzle of the cilantro lime dressing, as well as your favorite toppings such as shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 184kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 945mg | Potassium: 478mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 497IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 1mg