Description
Healthy Crockpot Chicken Tacos are the ultimate solution for busy weeknights and casual get-togethers. With just a few minutes of prep, you can let your slow cooker do all the work, transforming simple ingredients into tender, flavorful shredded chicken tacos. This dish is not only delicious but also versatile, allowing you to serve it with tortillas, lettuce wraps, or over rice. With healthy ingredients packed with protein and low in carbs, these tacos are perfect for meal prepping and satisfying family dinners. Enjoy customizable toppings that everyone will love, making taco night a hit at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup salsa (red or green)
- Juice of 2 limes (optional)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker and cover with seasonings and salsa. Add lime juice if desired.
- Pour chicken broth over the mixture. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken using forks on a cutting board or in a stand mixer.
- Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker to soak up juices before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco filling (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg