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slow cooker chicken tacos

Delicious and easy slow cooker chicken tacos with tender shredded chicken in flavorful salsa.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds chicken breast
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 16 oz salsa
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 6 tortillas street taco tortillas
  • guacamole
  • fresh cilantro
  • minced red pepper or tomato
  • sour cream

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Season chicken breast with taco seasoning, making sure to cover both sides.
  2. Pour about half of the salsa into the bottom of your slow cooker and mix with water. Place chicken on top.
  3. Pour remaining salsa on top of the chicken.
  4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3 hours until chicken is tender and shreddable.
  5. Shred the cooked chicken using two forks, then mix with the salsa in the slow cooker.
  6. Serve the shredded chicken in tortillas with desired toppings such as guacamole, cilantro, diced tomatoes, and sour cream.

Notes

Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep for the week.