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slow cooker chicken tacos for Cinco de Mayo night

Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos for Cinco de Mayo Night – Easy & Delicious

Get ready for a fiesta! These slow cooker chicken tacos are juicy and perfect for Cinco de Mayo. Let’s make a taco night to remember!

  • Total Time: 6-8 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs (900 g) chicken breast, boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 can (15 oz or 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup (150 g) corn, frozen or canned
  • 1 cup (150 g) salsa
  • Taco shells or tortillas
  • Shredded lettuce, for serving
  • Diced tomatoes, for serving
  • Shredded cheese, for serving
  • Avocado slices, for serving

Instructions

  1. In the slow cooker, add the chicken breasts, chicken broth, and taco seasoning. Stir to coat the chicken.
  2. Top with black beans, corn, and salsa, mixing gently.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is cooked through.
  4. Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks and stir it back into the sauce.
  5. Serve in taco shells or tortillas with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and avocado.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 65 mg

Keywords: slow cooker, chicken tacos, Cinco de Mayo