Description
Tender, cheesy pulled chicken cooked in a flavorful queso sauce with tomatoes and green chiles, all slow-cooked to juicy perfection. Perfect for cozy nights when minimal effort meets maximum flavor.
Ingredients
4 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
3 tbsp taco seasoning
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with chiles (Rotel)
1½ cup queso dip (store-bought or homemade)
½ cup chicken broth (non-GMO)
Instructions
Add chicken thighs to the slow cooker
Sprinkle taco seasoning over the chicken
Pour diced tomatoes with chiles evenly over the top
Add queso dip followed by chicken broth
Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours
Shred chicken directly in the cooker and stir to combine
Serve in warm tortillas with toppings of choice
Notes
Bone-in chicken adds extra flavor (add 5 minutes to cook time)
Thicken sauce by simmering uncovered for 10 minutes after cooking
Double queso for creamier texture
Freezes up to 3 months (best frozen before assembling)
Spicy variation: add 1 jalapeño or cayenne
Low-carb version: skip tortillas and serve over cauliflower rice
Vegan option: substitute lentils for chicken
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 360
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican