Lazy Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

Top view of taco bowl with chicken and toppings.

5 from 1 vote

This flavorful taco chicken recipe makes for an easy dinner any night of the week. Serve in either crunchy or soft taco shells with your favorite toppings for an easy-pleaser dish!.

Prep Time15

Cook Time6

Total Time6 15

Course: Brunch, dinner, lunch

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: crockpot chicken taco recipe, easy taco recipe, shredded chicken tacos, Slow cooker chicken tacos

Servings: servings

Calories: 152kcal

Author: The Lazy slow cooker

Equipment

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts
3 tablespoon taco seasoning see notes below for homemade taco seasoning recipe
2 cups salsa
1 tablespoon minced garlic

Instructions

place slow cooker liner in vessel, if using
add chicken breast to slow cooker
add salsa and garlic over top of chicken breasts
sprinkle taco seasoning on top of salsa
cook on low 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours The best way to confirm that chicken is fully cooked is by using a meat thermometer. Chicken is safe to eat when it reaches an internal temperature of 165º F
after chicken is cooked through, remove from the slow cooker. Place on a plate and shred using two forks to pull apart.
return chicken to slow cooker and mix with spices/juices in vessel.
Keep on warm until ready to serve.

Notes

Please note that calories were calculated for shredded chicken recipe only and do not include shells or any other toppings.

Homemade taco seasoning:

4 tablespoon chili powder
1.5 tablespoon cumin
1.5 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dried cilantro

Add all ingredients and stir. Store in a cool, dry, air tight container.

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