Ingredients
– 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 packet taco seasoning
– 1 cup salsa (your choice of mild, medium, or hot)
– 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
– 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 1 tablespoon minced garlic
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Tortillas (corn or flour)
– Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
Creating Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos is simple when you follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
2. Add Seasoning: Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the chicken.
3. Mix in Other Ingredients: Pour the salsa, black beans, corn, diced bell peppers, onion, and minced garlic over the chicken.
4. Season to Taste: Add any additional salt and pepper if desired.
5. Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
6. Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix well with the other ingredients.
7. Warm the Tortillas: While the chicken mixture is being shredded, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
8. Assemble Tacos: Serve the shredded chicken mixture in the tortillas, allowing everyone to customize their tacos with their favorite toppings.
These straightforward instructions ensure that anyone can create these amazing tacos with ease.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 25g