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Healthy Crockpot Chicken Tacos Recipe

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  • Author: Hannah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings (4 oz portions) 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This Healthy Crockpot Chicken Tacos recipe offers a simple, flavorful way to prepare tender shredded chicken seasoned with a blend of spices and cooked slowly with salsa and lime juice. Perfect for a nutritious and convenient meal, it can be served with various toppings or alternative bases like lettuce wraps or rice for a versatile taco experience.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasonings

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Cooking Liquids and Flavorings

  • 1 cup salsa (red or green; red preferred)
  • Juice of 2 limes (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (low or no salt) or water

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Place the chicken breasts into the crockpot insert. Evenly sprinkle all the spices over the chicken breasts, ensuring full coverage for maximum flavor.
  2. Add Salsa and Lime: Pour the salsa over the seasoned chicken breasts. If using, squeeze the juice of two limes over the top to add brightness and tang.
  3. Add Liquid: Pour the chicken broth or water into the crockpot, around the chicken, to keep it moist during cooking.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Cover the crockpot with the lid and cook on the low setting for 4 to 6 hours for best results, ensuring the chicken remains tender and juicy. Alternatively, cook on high for 3 to 4 hours, though low and slow is recommended to prevent dryness.
  5. Shred Chicken: Once fully cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the crockpot. Use two forks to shred the meat on a cutting board. For convenience, you may use a stand mixer or hand mixer on the shredded meat off the heat (never use a hand mixer directly in the crockpot to avoid damaging the enamel coating).
  6. Recombine and Soak: Return shredded chicken to the crockpot insert and stir well to soak the chicken in the flavorful cooking juices, enhancing moisture and taste.
  7. Serve: Serve the shredded chicken with your favorite taco toppings. Options include tortillas, lettuce wraps, or over brown rice, white rice, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.

Notes

  • For a low-carb option, swap tortillas for lettuce wraps or serve over cauliflower rice.
  • This method works well with other meats: use chuck roast for shredded beef tacos or pork shoulder/roast for pulled pork variations.
  • Choose mild, medium, or spicy salsa depending on your preferred heat level.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 oz shredded chicken
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 350 mg
  • Fat: 3.5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 5 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg

Find it online: https://cookesrecipes.com/healthy-crockpot-chicken-tacos-recipe/