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Crockpot Chicken Tacos

Crockpot Chicken Tacos: Effortless Flavor in Every Bite

Enjoy easy Crockpot Chicken Tacos with zesty lime, juicy chicken, and quick prep time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 - 2 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Shreds beautifully.
  • 1 packet Chicken Taco Seasoning Store-bought or homemade.
For the Sauce
  • 10 oz Rotel Choose mild, medium, or hot.
  • 1 Lime Use fresh juice for best flavor.
For the Tacos
  • 10 Tortillas Corn or flour.
Optional Toppings
  • Guacamole
  • Corn Salsa
  • Cilantro
  • Pico de Gallo
  • Sour Cream or Mexican Crema
  • Cheese (like Cotija or Queso Fresco)

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Place the chicken breasts in the base of your crockpot, spread evenly.
  2. Sprinkle chicken taco seasoning over the chicken, ensuring well-coated.
  3. Pour the Rotel over the chicken without draining the liquid.
  4. Squeeze lime juice over the chicken and Rotel, toss in lime halves.
  5. Cover and cook on low for approximately three hours.
  6. Shred the chicken in the crockpot with two forks, mix into the sauce.
  7. Warm tortillas and assemble tacos with chicken and your choice of toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Serve with sides like Mexican rice or black beans for a complete meal.

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