This extra easy Crockpot Chicken Tacos recipe makes the best tender shredded chicken that is seasoned to perfection with just 4 simple ingredients. Grab your favorite tortillas and toppings and dive in!
Prep Time10 minutesminutes
Cook Time3 hourshours
Total Time3 hourshours10 minutesminutes
Ingredients
For the Chicken
1.5poundsboneless, skinless chicken breasts, or thighs
Lay chicken breasts flat in the bottom of the crockpot. Sprinkle chicken with taco seasoning and then top with Rotel and lime juice.
place the lid onto the crockpot. Cook for 3 to 4 hours on high, or 7 to 8 hours on low, until chicken is cooked through and easily shredded.
Drain liquid - leaving about a half cup liquid remaining - and then shred chicken with two forks.
Warm tortillas on the stovetop (or wrap in a damp paper towel and heat in the microwave) and serve filled with shredded chicken and your favorite toppings!
Notes
Store: Store leftover chicken in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.Freeze: Place cooled leftover chicken in a freezer bag or freezer safe, airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. For best results. thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.Reheat: Place the desired portion of chicken in a microwave safe container. Microwave until warm. If a little dry, add a little broth or salsa.Rotel Alternatives: Use your favorite salsa, like this smoky salsa morita for an authentic flavor or salsa verde for a fun twist. You can use plain canned diced tomatoes. However, I recommend adding diced jalapeños, Serrano peppers or a can of diced green chiles for flavor.Add-Ins: Add extra veggies like diced onions, bell peppers, corn and spicy peppers. For a fiber boost, add a can of drained beans!Frozen Chicken: You can make this with frozen chicken breasts, just make sure to allow them the full 8 hours to cook.Hand Mixer Hack: Use a hand mixer on low to shred the chicken quickly. Watch for flying bits to avoid burns.Burrito Bowls: Skip the tortillas and serve this chicken over cilantro lime rice with all your favorite toppings.