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Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Lina Carter
  • Total Time: 53 minute

Ingredients

– 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
– 1 packet taco seasoning
– 1 cup salsa (your favorite brand)
– 8 ounces cream cheese
– 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend)
– Small tortillas (corn or flour)
– Optional toppings: diced avocado, chopped cilantro, sour cream, diced tomatoes, lime wedges


Instructions

Creating your Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos is simple and quick with these steps:

1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless chicken thighs or breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
2. Add Seasoning: Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the chicken.
3. Add Salsa: Pour the salsa over the seasoned chicken, ensuring it is well covered.
4. Incorporate Cream Cheese: Cut the cream cheese into cubes and place them on top of the salsa-covered chicken.
5. Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set it on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
6. Shred Chicken: Once cooked, use forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker.
7. Mix in Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheese until it melts and combines with the chicken.
8. Warm Tortillas: While the chicken is finishing, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet for a few seconds on each side.
9. Assemble Tacos: Take a tortilla and fill it with the queso chicken mixture and your desired toppings.
10. Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately, allowing everyone to assemble their tacos with their favorite toppings.

With these easy steps, you’ll have a delicious dinner ready in no time!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-6 hours on low (2-3 hours on high)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6-8 servings
  • Calories: 350 kcal (per taco with standard toppings)
  • Fat: 20g
  • Protein: 25g