The easiest Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos with only 3 ingredients! You can use this tasty shredded chicken in tacos, enchiladas, burritos, salads and more! Healthy and simple!
Every family should have go-to recipes that are easy, convenient and makes a ton to freeze for leftovers. This 3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Chicken Taco recipe fits all three of those! EASY, because you just dump the ingredients into the slow cooker. CONVENIENT, because it’s only 3 simple ingredients and because it makes SO MUCH you have leftovers for days or can FREEZE to use later.
INGREDIENTS
- 2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 (16 oz.) jar salsa (see notes)
INSTRUCTIONS
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Sprinkle with taco seasoning.
- Pour the salsa over the chicken breasts and cover the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken breasts and shred. Return the shredded meat to the slow cooker and stir to get it well mixed with the sauce. Serve and enjoy!
NOTES
I use boneless, skinless chicken breasts but you could substitute boneless, skinless chicken thighs if you prefer. You can also use frozen chicken breasts for this recipe.
I prefer a chunky, jarred salsa for this. It will break down into the sauce without becoming too runny or liquidy like a fresh salsa or a more pureed salsa might. Feel free to use a mild, medium or hot salsa depending on your tastes. You could also use a flavored salsa if you want to change up the flavor here.
You can use store-bought taco seasoning .
You can use this shredded chicken for tacos, nachos, burritos, enchiladas, wraps, salads, sliders and more!
Be sure to add your favorite toppings! Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, avocado slices or guacamole, extra salsa, Greek yogurt or sour cream, pickled red onions or pickled jalapenos, hot sauce or a drizzle of sriracha, etc.
The leftovers keep in the fridge for 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to 6 months and reheat beautifully.
