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Crockpot chicken tacos garnished with toppings on a plate

Crockpot Chicken Tacos

Effortlessly delicious tacos made with tender chicken, spices, and topped with your favorite ingredients, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 tacos
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breasts
  • 1 cup Jarred Tomato Salsa
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes 14 oz can (fire-roasted if possible)
  • 0.5 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Brown Sugar
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • Tortillas for serving
  • Shredded Lettuce for topping
  • Cheese for topping
  • Pico de Gallo for topping
  • Avocado for topping
  • Sour Cream for topping
  • Pickled Jalapeños for topping

Instructions
 

  • Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker and season with salt, pepper, and taco seasoning.
  • Add jarred salsa, diced tomatoes (with juices), chicken broth, brown sugar, minced garlic, and onion powder to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until chicken is fully cooked.
  • Once cooked, remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
  • Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir in lime juice. If the sauce is too thin, cook on HIGH without the lid for 10-15 minutes to thicken.
  • Serve the chicken mixture in warmed tortillas and top with your choice of toppings.

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Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Keyword Crockpot, Slow Cooker, Tacos