Crockpot Chicken Tacos Recipe
This Crockpot Chicken Tacos recipe offers a flavorful and easy way to enjoy tender, juicy chicken infused with taco seasoning and Rotel tomatoes. Slow-cooked to perfection, the chicken is shredded and served in warm tortillas with classic toppings like pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream, cheese, and fresh cilantro for a delicious Mexican-inspired meal ideal for any day of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 to 4 hours on high or 7 to 8 hours on low
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes to 8 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel, strained to remove excess juice
- Juice of 1 lime
Serving and Toppings
- Flour tortillas (or corn tortillas)
- Pico de Gallo
- Guacamole (or sliced avocado)
- Sour cream (or Mexican crema)
- Lime wedges
- Cilantro
- Cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot: Spray a 6 or 7 quart crockpot with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Add Chicken and Seasoning: Lay the chicken breasts flat at the bottom of the crockpot. Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the chicken, then pour the strained Rotel tomatoes on top followed by the juice of one lime.
- Cook the Chicken: Place the lid on the crockpot and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 7 to 8 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender enough to shred easily with a fork.
- Shred the Chicken: Drain the liquid from the crockpot, leaving about half a cup of juices to keep the chicken moist. Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot.
- Warm the Tortillas and Serve: Warm tortillas on the stovetop in a dry skillet or wrapped in a damp paper towel in the microwave. Fill each tortilla with shredded chicken and your favorite toppings such as pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream, cheese, cilantro, and a squeeze of fresh lime.
Notes
- Straining the Rotel helps prevent the chicken from becoming too watery while cooking.
- You can substitute chicken thighs for a slightly juicier and more flavorful result.
- Adjust taco seasoning to taste or use homemade seasoning for control over sodium and spice levels.
- If you don’t have a crockpot, you can slow cook this recipe in an Instant Pot on the slow cooker mode.
- Warm tortillas briefly before serving to make them pliable and enhance flavor.
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