Description
Tender, smoky slow cooker chicken shredded to perfection, tossed with salsa, spices, and lime. Easy and family-friendly, these tacos come together in minutes—no grilling required.
Ingredients
2 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
3 tbsp taco seasoning
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1 cup salsa (medium hot)
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lime juice, freshly squeezed
Instructions
Layer chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Sprinkle taco seasoning, salt, and pepper evenly over the chicken.
Dribble olive oil into the slow cooker, then pour in chicken broth. Add chopped onion and minced garlic.
Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3–4 hours until chicken is tender and shreds easily.
Remove chicken, shred using two forks, and return to the slow cooker. Stir in salsa and lime juice.
Serve warm with warm tortillas, cilantro, or toppings of choice.
Notes
Use thighs for juier results
Substitute celery for onion as a low-carb alternative
Make-ahead: Freeze cooked chicken mixture for up to 3 months
Add tortillas for a complete meal
For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free taco seasoning and tortillas
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 360
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex