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Crockpot Chicken Tacos

Flavor-Packed Crockpot Chicken Tacos for Easy Comfort Dinners

Delicious Crockpot Chicken Tacos with shredded chicken, spices, and salsa, perfect for hassle-free dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Simmering Time 1 hour
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts can substitute chicken thighs
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped can use white or red onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced can substitute with garlic powder
For the Sauce
  • 16 oz chunky salsa choose your heat level
  • 1/2 lime lime juice can use lemon juice in smaller amount
For the Spices
  • 2 tsp paprika use cayenne for more kick
  • 2 tsp ground cumin essential for taco flavor
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt key for flavor
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Tacos
  • 12 count Mission Carb Balance tortillas different tortillas can affect nutrition
  • 2 count avocados, mashed guacamole is a delicious alternative
  • 4 tbsp sour cream Greek yogurt is a great alternative
  • 1 count lime, sliced for garnishing
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped adds freshness

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Steps
  1. Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle chopped onion and minced garlic over the chicken.
  3. Pour in salsa and lime juice, covering the chicken.
  4. Add paprika, cumin, chili powder, coriander, salt, and pepper, mixing thoroughly.
  5. Cover and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 6 hours.
  6. Shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks.
  7. Simmer with lid slightly ajar for an additional hour.
  8. Toast tortillas in a skillet for 20-30 seconds on each side.
  9. Assemble tacos with shredded chicken, avocado, sour cream, lime, and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For best results, ensure chicken is well-coated in salsa and spices for maximum flavor.

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