I love spicy food but I hate chicken tacos when I make them at home so I stick with beef and fish. However, I’ve finally discovered the secret to tender chicken tacos that you can make at home- using the slow cooker. I debated about getting super clever with this recipe- using beer or soda and adding fresh ingredients but then I thought why not try simple first? So, I did. This slow cooker chicken tacos recipe couldn’t be easier.
The secret? I took plain old packaged taco seasoning mix, added a quarter cup of water to the slow cooker and left it alone for five hours on low. Then I came back, let it cool and shredded it in the slow cooker. Had I have known it was going to be a hit, I would’ve taken pictures as I went, but I thought it was going to be a bomb. I was wrong. It’s actually pretty amazing.
The chicken is tender and can not only be used in tacos but it’s perfect for a whole lot of other Mexican recipes. I used in in my Chicken Tostada recipe as well. It’s full of flavor and absolutely delicious.
You’ll love these Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos!
- Three boneless chicken breasts
- One package of taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup water
- Taco shells and toppings
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Top with taco seasoning.
- Add water around chicken.
- Cook for 2-3 hours on high or 5 hours on low.
- When finished, let chicken cool slightly then shred in slow cooker with a fork.
amber.m says
OH MY GOSH! They look so good & so easy! So adding this to my meal plan!
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Emmy says
Oh thank you!! Love when easy recipes end up becoming total winners! Definitely pinning this.
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Brooke says
Those look so good! I definitely am doing this one!
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Cassie says
These look and sound absolutely delicious!
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Kristine Foley says
Can’t wait to try these! I need to break out my slow cooker more often!
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Jessica says
I love a good slow cooker recipe, especially one that can make extra food for later! This is a super recipe, and I love that you can use the chicken in so many ways. Thanks for sharing!
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debcb says
You’re welcome! Thanks for stopping by!
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Debi says
These look delicious! Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop!
debcb says
You’re welcome. They are and super easy too!
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Lou Lou Girls says
Okay, I’m drooling right now! Looks so good. Pinned and tweeted. I hope to see you on Monday at 7, we can’t wait to party with you! Lou Lou Girls
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Vickie says
You have captured me with this recipe -sounds good and it’s easy. thanks for linking up at the #HomeMattersParty
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debcb says
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