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Crockpot Chicken Tacos

These Crockpot Chicken Tacos are tender, juicy, and easy to make with just a handful of ingredients. Perfect for meal prep, taco night, or a busy weeknight dinner. No browning or marinating required. Just toss everything into the slow cooker and let it do the work.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Servings: 6
Author: Shilpa

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Add the chicken, diced tomatoes with green chilies, taco seasoning, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and salt to the Crockpot. Stir lightly to combine.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  • Remove the chicken and shred using two forks. Return it to the Crockpot and stir in the lime juice and cilantro.
  • Let it sit for 5–10 minutes to soak up the juices. Serve in tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness, especially if reheating later.
  • Don’t skip the lime juice, it brightens the slow-cooked flavors.
  • Optional toppings: avocado, shredded cheese, sour cream, jalapeños, salsa, lettuce, or fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 192kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 1108mg | Potassium: 594mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 728IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg
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