Description
Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos are the perfect weeknight meal, combining tender chicken with a rich, cheesy filling thatโs bursting with flavor. This effortless recipe requires minimal preparation and is ideal for customizing with your favorite toppings. Just set it and forget it! The slow cooker does all the work, blending juicy chicken with delicious diced tomatoes and queso dip for a mouthwatering taco experience. Whether itโs a busy Tuesday night or a casual gathering, these tacos will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade blend)
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 ยฝ cups prepared queso dip
- Tortillas (flour or corn)
- Shredded lettuce
- Avocado
- Salsa
- Cilantro
- Pickled onions
- Jalapeรฑos
- 1 cup canned black beans (drained)
- 1 cup frozen corn
- Fresh lime wedges
Instructions
- Layer chicken in the slow cooker and sprinkle with taco seasoning. Pour the diced tomatoes over the top.
- Add queso dip evenly over the chicken (and broth if desired).
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is shreddable.
- Shred the chicken in the slow cooker and mix well to coat in queso.
- Serve in warm tortillas with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6โ7 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approx. 120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For extra nutrition, consider adding black beans or corn to the filling. Adjust spice levels by choosing mild or hot diced tomatoes. Warm tortillas right before serving for optimal texture.