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Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: ezzaytouniothmane@gmail.com
  • Total Time: 39 minute

Ingredients

– 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 packet taco seasoning
– 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1 cup cream cheese, cubed
– 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 cup salsa
– Tortillas or taco shells, for serving
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
– Sliced jalapeños, for garnish (optional)
– Sour cream, for serving (optional)


Instructions

Creating Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos is a breeze when following these straightforward steps:

1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker.
2. Add Seasoning: Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the chicken.
3. Add Tomatoes and Broth: Pour the diced tomatoes with green chilies and chicken broth over the seasoned chicken.
4. Add Cream Cheese: Drop the cubed cream cheese on top of the chicken and ingredients.
5. Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
6. Check Doneness: Once cooked, check that the chicken is tender and shreds easily with a fork. If needed, cook for an additional 30 minutes.
7. Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
8. Mix in Cheese and Salsa: Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker, then stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and salsa.
9. Melt the Cheese: Cover the slow cooker and allow the cheese to melt for about 10 minutes.
10. Serve: Spoon the cheesy chicken mixture into tortillas or taco shells.

These simple steps will have you enjoying your amazing Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos in no time!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6-8 tacos
  • Calories: 550 kcal per taco
  • Fat: 30g
  • Protein: 30g