Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken Tacos

Rich, flavorful, and ridiculously easy to make, these slow cooker shredded chicken tacos are the ultimate weeknight dinner solution.

Simply add all the ingredients to your trusty slow cooker and let the magic happen – tender chicken, beans, and spices meld together in perfect harmony, ready to be scooped into tacos and devoured.

Ready Time

8 hrs

Yields

10 servings

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (16 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup salsa
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 tacos-sized corn tortillas
Shredded cheese, for serving
Optional toppings: diced avocado, sour cream, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce

Instructions

Add the chicken breasts, diced tomatoes with green chilies, red kidney beans, black beans, salsa, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to a slow cooker.

Stir until everything is well combined.

Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.

After 6-8 hours, use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Stir everything together and let it cook for another 30 minutes.

Warm the tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds.

Assemble the tacos by spooning the chicken mixture onto a tortilla and topping with cheese and your desired toppings.

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

You can easily customize this recipe to suit your taste by adding your favorite toppings, from diced avocado to sour cream and beyond! If you’re short on time, opt for the high heat setting on your slow cooker to get dinner on the table in just 3-4 hours. This recipe makes 10 tacos, making it perfect for a crowd or for meal prep throughout the week.

Don’t forget to warm those tortillas before assembling your tacos – it makes all the difference!