Description
Shredded Chicken Tacos made in a crockpot are the epitome of easy, delicious comfort food. With tender, flavorful chicken infused with zesty spices, these tacos are perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Simply set it and forget it while your home fills with a mouthwatering aroma. Serve them in soft tortillas topped with fresh veggies for a delightful meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 8 tortillas (corn or flour)
- Fresh toppings: lettuce, tomatoes, avocado
Instructions
- Rinse chicken breasts and pat dry. Place in the crockpot.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning over the chicken and add minced garlic and sliced bell peppers.
- Pour chicken broth over the mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until tender.
- Shred the chicken using two forks and mix it back into the juices.
- Assemble tacos in tortillas with your choice of fresh toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, sear the chicken before placing it in the crockpot. - Customize your tacos by adding black beans or swapping chicken for beef. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently.