This Slow Cooker Taco Shredded Chicken Recipe is ridiculously easy to throw together. Just a few ingredients and your slow cooker does all the work, leaving you with perfectly tender, flavorful chicken that can be used in endless ways. It’s a total win for busy families!
Slow Cooker Taco Shredded Chicken Recipe
Hey Y’all! We all know the struggle of getting dinner on the table after a long day. This is where the magic of the slow cooker comes in!
Today’s recipe is a lifesaver for busy weeknights, and it’s also super versatile for lunches, snacks, and even taking on road trips!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Super Easy: Just toss everything in the slow cooker and let it work its magic!
- Family-Friendly: This recipe is a crowd-pleaser – adults and kids alike will love it!
- Crazy Versatile: Use this shredded chicken for tacos, burritos, nachos, salads, sandwiches, wraps – the possibilities are endless!
- Perfect for Meal Prep: Make a big batch on Sunday and enjoy delicious meals all week long! ️
- Budget-Friendly: Chicken breasts are an affordable protein source.
- Healthy & Packed with Protein: This recipe is a great source of lean protein, which is essential for building lean muscles. Plus, by using low-sodium taco seasoning and broth, we’re keeping the recsodium content low, making this a healthier option for the whole family!
Here’s how you make this Slow Cooker Taco Shredded Chicken Recipe:
Step 1:
I love using a slow cooker bag in the bottom of the Crock Pot for easy clean up. Give the chicken a little salt and pepper love! (I use the no-salt seasoning to keep it low sodium).
Step 2:
Sprinkle with taco seasoning. I use the salt-free kind but the packets of the low sodium work great, too!)
Step 3:
Pour the broth over the top. It smells amazing!
Lastly…
Shred the tender chicken with two forks. It’s as easy as that! Now you can fill taco shells with this Low Sodium Taco Shredded Chicken Recipe! You can also use it in burritos, nachos, salads, wraps, etc!
Slow Cooker Taco Shredded Chicken (Low Sodium)
Slow Cooker Taco Shredded Chicken with just a few ingredients thrown in your slow cooker. You get perfectly tender, flavorful chicken that can be used in endless ways. It’s a total win for busy families!
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Servings: 8 1/4 cup
Calories: 200kcal
Instructions
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Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker. (I like to use a slow cooker bag so it’s easy clean up)
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Sprinkle the taco seasoning packets over the chicken.
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Pour the chicken broth over the chicken and taco seasoning.
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Add garlic powder. Add more if desired or any other spices you like.
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Cover and cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours, or on LOW for 6-8 hours, or until the chicken shreds easily with a fork.
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Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and shred them with two forks in a large bowl (or shred in the crock pot).
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Toss the shredded chicken with the reserved cooking juices to keep it tender and flavorful.
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Serve in tacos shells with your favorite toppings. Also great to use on salads, burritos, nachos, etc. Enjoy!
Notes
*Keep in consideration that 8 (1/4 cup) servings is variable. I end up getting that but yours might be bigger or smaller.
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 206mg | Potassium: 659mg | Fiber: 0.03g | Sugar: 0.05g | Vitamin A: 51IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg
Tips:
- You can easily double this recipe!
- For thicker shredded chicken, use less cooking liquid or remove some of the juices before shredding.
- Want it spicier? Add a can of diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel) or a diced jalapeno pepper to the slow cooker with the other ingredients.
- Add a chopped onion to the slow cooker for extra flavor.
Serving Suggestions (and Kid-Friendly Snack Ideas!):
- Tacos: Fill warm tortillas with shredded chicken, your favorite taco toppings, and a dollop of guacamole!
- Burritos: Spread some refried beans on a large flour tortilla, top with shredded chicken, cheese, salsa, and sour cream. Roll it up and enjoy!
- Nachos: Layer tortilla chips with shredded chicken, cheese, beans, and all your favorite nacho toppings.
- Salads: Top a bed of greens with shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and avocado for a healthy and satisfying lunch.
- Sandwiches or Wraps: Pile shredded chicken high on a toasted bun or wrap with your favorite fixings for a quick and easy lunch.
- Kid-Friendly Fun: Make chicken and avocado “dippers” for the kids! Simply combine shredded chicken with diced avocado and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve with crackers, small tortillas, or even cucumber slices for a healthy and fun after-school snack.
Travel Meal Hack:
This shredded chicken is also perfect for taking on road trips or other outings! Make a big batch and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Assemble wraps ahead of time with shredded chicken, cheese, lettuce, and your favorite toppings. Wrap them tightly in foil or plastic wrap for easy transport and mess-free meals on the go!
So there you have it, folks! This Slow Cooker Taco Shredded Chicken is a delicious, convenient, and healthy! recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights, meal prepping, and so much more!
It’s high in protein to keep you full and satisfied, and by using low-sodium ingredients, it’s a better-for-you option you can feel good about serving your family. What are your favorite ways to use shredded chicken? Leave a comment below and let us know!
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