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Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken Tacos

Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken Tacos require only 4 ingredients (and that includes the tortillas!) and 1 minute of prep time!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time7 hours
Total Time7 hours 5 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: slow cooker shredded chicken tacos
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Julia Pacheco

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken breast
  • 3 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 16 oz tomato salsa (any brand will work)
  • tortillas

Toppings

  • sour cream
  • shredded lettuce
  • diced tomatoes
  • guacamole
  • shredded cheese

Instructions

  • Place chicken into slow cooker, sprinkle with taco seasoning, then pour the salsa over the top. Cook on LOW for 7 hours or HIGH for 5 hours.
  • Shred the chicken in the slow cooker then serve in tortillas with your favorite taco toppings. Enjoy!

Freezer Meal Directions

  • Add the chicken (can be frozen or fresh), salsa, and taco seasoning into a gallon-sized freezer bag. Release any air in the bag, seal the bag, and place in the freezer for up to three months.
  • Before cooking, thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Place into the slow cooker and follow the cooking instructions above.

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Nutrition

Calories: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 1158mg | Potassium: 1132mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 788IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 1mg
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