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Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos

Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos

  • Author: olivia hartwellen
  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos are a mouthwatering blend of tender chicken breasts, seasoned to perfection with taco spices, and simmered in a creamy salsa con queso. Served in soft flour tortillas and garnished with your choice of shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and chopped cilantro, these tacos offer a comforting and flavorful meal that’s easy to prepare, making them perfect for any weeknight dinner or casual gathering.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2–3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (4 medium-sized chicken breasts)
  • 1 (1-ounce) package mild taco seasoning or use homemade taco seasoning
  • 1 (10-ounce) can mild diced tomatoes and green chilies, with juice
  • 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 1 (15-ounce) container salsa con queso
  • Street taco size flour tortillas
  • Shredded lettuce, sour cream, diced tomatoes, and chopped cilantro (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Lightly spray the inside of a 5-6 quart slow cooker with nonstick spray.
  2. Lay the chicken breasts in the bottom of the prepared slow cooker.
  3. Sprinkle the taco seasoning, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper over the chicken breasts.
  4. Pour the 10-ounce can of diced tomatoes and chiles and the 4-ounce can of green chiles over the seasoned chicken breasts. Cook on high for 4 hours.
  5. Once the chicken has finished cooking, use 2 forks to shred the chicken breasts.
  6. Pour the container of salsa con queso over the top of the chicken and stir to thoroughly combine.
  7. Serve in the flour tortillas, and garnish with shredded lettuce, tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and sour cream.

Notes

  1. Use of Slow Cooker for Tender Chicken: The slow cooker is central to this recipe, ensuring the chicken breasts become exceptionally tender and absorb the rich flavors of the taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, green chilies, and salsa con queso. This method allows for a hands-off cooking experience, making it an ideal choice for those seeking convenience without sacrificing taste.
  2. Customizable Garnishes: The recipe offers flexibility with optional garnishes such as shredded lettuce, sour cream, diced tomatoes, and chopped cilantro. These additions not only bring a fresh contrast to the creamy queso chicken but also allow individuals to customize their tacos according to their personal preferences, making the dish versatile for various tastes and dietary needs.
  3. Nutritional Information and Servings: Providing details on prep time, cooking time, total time, calories, and servings helps in meal planning and nutritional management. With 214 kcal per serving and a total of 6 servings, this recipe is a great option for those looking to enjoy a flavorful meal while keeping an eye on their calorie intake. This information is especially useful for families or individuals aiming to balance taste with health-conscious eating.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 servings
  • Calories: 214 kcal

Keywords: Crockpot Chicken Tacos, Easy Chicken Taco Recipe, Creamy Queso Chicken Tacos, Slow Cooked Chicken Tacos,

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