Description
These crockpot shredded chicken tacos offer a stress-free and delicious dinner solution for busy households. By slow-cooking tender chicken breasts in a vibrant blend of low-sodium taco seasoning, zesty salsa, and lime juice, you achieve maximum moisture and flavor. This healthy, protein-packed meal is perfect for customized taco nights and is easy to prep in advance, ensuring you have tasty leftovers ready for the entire week.
Ingredients
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 packets low-sodium taco seasoning
16 oz mild or medium salsa
0.5 cup chicken broth
2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Whisk together the taco seasoning, chicken broth, and lime juice in a separate bowl.
Pour the seasoned liquid mixture evenly over the chicken.
Top the chicken with the salsa to lock in the aromatics.
Set the slow cooker to low for 7 hours or high for 4 hours.
Check that the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Remove chicken to a large mixing bowl and shred using two forks or a hand mixer.
Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker to absorb the remaining juices before serving.
Notes
Serve in warm corn or flour tortillas. Top with fresh cilantro, diced avocado, or greek yogurt as a sour cream substitute. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 420
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg