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SLOW COOKER CHICKEN TACOS recipe, served and ready to eat, easy homemade dinner
Yesica Andrews

Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos Cozy Easy Weeknight Winner

Enjoy these easy Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos, a perfect weeknight dinner that’s both cozy and family-friendly. Made with tender shredded chicken cooked in a crockpot with simple spices and salsa, then topped with a refreshing cabbage slaw and creamy avocado. This shredded chicken tacos recipe is a deliciously simple dinner solution for busy nights.
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 2 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 474

Ingredients
  

  • 1-1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
  • adobo seasoning or salt to taste
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 3/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 cup chunky mild or medium salsa
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • juice of 1/2 lime
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 6 ounces from 1 medium haas avocado, sliced
  • lime wedges for squeezing
  • 12 corn tortillas

Method
 

  1. Rub the chicken breasts generously with adobo seasoning or salt, then place them in your slow cooker and sprinkle the garlic powder and cumin evenly on top.
  2. Pour the chunky salsa over the chicken, making sure not to add any water; just use the salsa as is.
  3. Cover the slow cooker and let the chicken cook on low heat for 4 to 6 hours, until it's tender enough to shred easily.
  4. Once cooked, carefully drain excess liquid but keep the tomato sauce inside the pot, then shred the chicken using two forks. Keep it covered and warm until serving time.
  5. For the slaw, mix the shredded cabbage with fresh lime juice, chopped cilantro, and kosher salt in a bowl, tossing everything together to combine.
  6. Warm the corn tortillas by holding them over the stove flame for about 30 seconds on each side until they get a slight char, stacking them on a plate covered with a towel to keep warm.
  7. Assemble each taco by placing shredded chicken on three tortillas per person, then topping with the cabbage slaw, avocado slices, and a squeeze of fresh lime from the wedges.
  8. Finally, invite your guests to enjoy and don't forget to leave a rating and comment to share your feedback and help support the recipe.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh salsa and adjust the adobo seasoning to your taste. You can prepare the slaw and shred the chicken ahead for an even quicker dinner. Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days.