Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos
Single layer of chicken in crockpot, evenly distribute taco seasoning over chicken then mix rotel, green chilies and chicken broth, pour over chicken and cook for 4-6 hours.
When cooked, shred chicken and add the queso(cheese).
We put in tortillas to eat currently in the crockpot to have for tonight.
Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos
Ingredients:
- 1.5 to 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel)
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese or your favorite queso cheese
- 8-10 small flour or corn tortillas
- Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, diced onions, cilantro, sour cream, guacamole
Instructions:
- Prepare the Slow Cooker:
- Place the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Season the Chicken:
- Evenly distribute the taco seasoning over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Add Tomatoes and Chilies:
- In a bowl, mix together the diced tomatoes with green chilies and diced green chilies. Pour this mixture over the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker.
- Add Chicken Broth:
- Pour the chicken broth over the chicken and tomato-chili mixture in the slow cooker. This will add moisture and flavor to the dish.
- Set and Forget:
- Cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds.
- Shred the Chicken:
- Once the chicken is cooked, use two forks to shred it directly in the slow cooker. It should absorb the flavors from the taco seasoning and the tomato-chili mixture.
- Add Queso:
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese or queso evenly over the shredded chicken in the slow cooker. Allow it to melt and mix well with the shredded chicken.
- Mix and Melt:
- Stir the melted cheese into the shredded chicken until it forms a creamy, cheesy mixture. Let it sit for a few minutes to ensure the cheese is fully melted.
- Warm Tortillas:
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave according to package instructions.
- Assemble Tacos:
- Spoon the queso chicken mixture into the warm tortillas. Add your favorite toppings such as diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, diced onions, cilantro, sour cream, and guacamole.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos immediately and enjoy a delicious, flavorful meal!
This recipe is perfect for a hassle-free dinner, and the slow cooker does most of the work for you. Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preferences, and don’t forget to share this tasty meal with friends and family!