Only 3 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep? Yep, it’s that easy. These slow cooker shredded chicken tacos are a total weeknight win and one of our go-to family dinners. Just toss everything in the crock pot, walk away, and let it do its thing. A few hours later, shred the chicken, stuff some tortillas, and boom, dinner’s done.
Why You’ll Love It
- Ridiculously simple. Three ingredients you probably already have on hand = zero stress.
- The crock pot’s your bestie. It slow cooks the chicken ‘til it’s juicy, tender, and full of flavor, all while you go live your life.
What You’ll Need
- Taco Seasoning: Use your favorite packet, or DIY it with a mix of cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder if you’re feeling extra.
- Chicken Breast: Boneless, skinless is our pick, but thighs work too if you like it a little richer.
- Salsa: Any jarred salsa will do, chunky, smooth, spicy, mild, go with your vibe.
Let’s Make It
- Pour salsa and taco seasoning into your crock pot. Add a pinch of salt and pepper and give it a quick stir.
- Add the chicken and nestle it into the salsa mix.
- Cover and cook on high for 2 hours or low for 4 hours.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and mix it back into all that saucy goodness.
- Serve in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings, think diced red onion, cilantro, Cotija cheese, and a squeeze of lime.
Pro Tips
- Like a little heat? Add some diced chipotle in adobo or a can of hot green chiles.
- Want to bulk it up? Toss in some black beans or corn (just add a bit more salsa to keep things saucy).
- Top ‘em however you love, lettuce, olives, sour cream, guac, pico, taco sauce… pile it on!
- Using frozen chicken? Add 1/3 cup of water and cook it a bit longer, 4 hours on high or 6 on low.
Make-Ahead & Leftovers
These tacos are even better the next day. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave—just add a little salsa or water if things get dry.
FAQ
3 Ingredient Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken Tacos
Only 3 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep? Yep, it’s that easy. These slow cooker shredded chicken tacos are a total weeknight win and one of our go-to family dinners. Just toss everything in the crock pot, walk away, and let it do its thing. A few hours later, shred the chicken, stuff some tortillas, and boom, dinner’s done.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
Ingredients
12 oz. (about 1 1/2 cups) salsa
1 packet of taco seasoning
1lb. boneless skinless chicken breast
fresh cracked pepper
Instructions
- Pour salsa and taco seasoning into your crock pot. Add a pinch of salt and pepper and give it a quick stir.
- Add the chicken and nestle it into the salsa mix.
- Cover and cook on high for 2 hours or low for 4 hours.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and mix it back into all that saucy goodness.
- Serve in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings, think diced red onion, cilantro, Cotija cheese, and a squeeze of lime.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stove
- Cuisine: Mexican
