Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken Tacos.”

Juicy Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken Tacos are made with tender, shredded chicken that gets slow-cooked and then tucked into warm tortillas. Such an easy, flavorful taco dinner that the whole family will love.

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These Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken Tacos are the perfect way to make tacos for your next Taco Tuesday. Pair with some tortilla chips and Homemade Salsa or some Queso for a complete Mexican-inspired dinner night. With just a handful of simple ingredients—chicken, salsa, and taco seasoning—your slow cooker does all the work, making dinner prep and cook time a breeze!

Why You Need This Taco Night Recipe

This Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or to whip up when you need to feed a crowd. The chicken is super tender, seasoned just right, and soaked in flavorful salsa giving it the best flavor. You can use it for tacos, taco salsa, burrito bowls, nachos, quesadillas and so much more!

Let’s Gather The Ingredients

• Chicken: Chicken breast or chicken thighs can be used.
• Salsa: Use your favorite jar of thick salsa
• Taco seasoning: Grab a packet or some of your Homemade Taco Seasoning
• Cilantro: Parsley or green onions are a good substitute.
• Shredded Cheese: Cheddar cheese or Mexican blend of shredded cheese
• Tortillas: You can use corn tortillas or flour tortillas

How to make this Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken Tacos

• Step 1: Place boneless, skinless chicken breasts on the bottom of the Slow Cooker. Add taco seasoning and salsa to the top of the chicken. Place the lid on the Slow Cooker and cook. 
• Step 2: Use two forks or a meat shredder claws to shred the chicken in the Crockpot and let it simmer a bit longer before topping with cilantro. Use shredded chicken in tacos, burritos, or other favorite way to serve and enjoy.

Recipe Tips

• Use whatever taco shells you prefer. Hard shells, soft corn tortillas, or flour tortillas will work. 
• Use thick salsa so the sauce doesn’t get too watery during cooking.
• Add a squeeze of lime juice just before serving for a bright, fresh finish.
• Sprinkle cheese while the meat is hot so it melts slightly inside the taco.
• Make it spicy with a hot salsa or by adding diced jalapeños. You can also use your favorite hot sauce for heat.
• Add black beans or corn to the slow cooker for extra bulk and a change in texture.