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Easy 5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos (Best Recipe)

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These easy 5-ingredient slow cooker chicken tacos prove you don’t need a pantry full of exotic spices or a complicated technique to get incredible results. Just a handful of ingredients and a slow cooker that does all the heavy lifting.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 jar (16 oz or 450g) of your favorite salsa
  • 1 packet (1 oz or 28g) of taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken broth or water
  • 8–10 corn or flour tortillas for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the slow cooker: Plug in your slow cooker and give the insert a quick rinse. You don’t need to grease it or line it with anything.
  2. Add the chicken: Place the chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker in a single layer.
  3. Sprinkle the taco seasoning: Evenly sprinkle the entire packet of taco seasoning over the chicken. Use your hands or a spoon to rub it in a little.
  4. Pour the salsa and broth: Pour the jar of salsa over the chicken, then pour in the chicken broth or water around the edges. Don’t stir too much.
  5. Cook on low or high: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours until the chicken is fork-tender.
  6. Shred the chicken: Carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker using tongs and place it on a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  7. Return to the sauce: Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir it into the salsa mixture. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes on the warm setting.
  8. Warm the tortillas: Heat a dry skillet or comal over medium-high heat. Warm each tortilla for about 30 seconds per side until slightly charred and pliable.
  9. Assemble and serve: Spoon a generous amount of shredded chicken onto each tortilla. Top with your favorite toppings and serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, use chicken thighs for extra moisture. Don’t lift the lid during cooking. Shred the chicken while it’s still warm. Season at the end as taco seasoning packets vary in saltiness. If using frozen chicken, add a little less broth and cook on low for an extra hour.

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