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5 ingredient shredded chicken tacos in crock pot 2025 09 30 123417 150x150 1

Shredded Chicken Tacos


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  • Author: crockcozy
  • Total Time: 370 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Quick and easy shredded chicken tacos made with just five ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 jar of salsa
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Tortillas (corn or flour)

Instructions

  1. Place chicken in the crock pot.
  2. Pour the salsa over the chicken.
  3. Sprinkle taco seasoning and lime juice on top.
  4. Cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
  5. Shred the chicken in the pot using two forks.
  6. Serve in tortillas with desired toppings.

Notes

Great for meal prep and can be frozen for up to three months. Add a splash of salsa if reheating seems dry.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 360 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg