SLOW-COOKER TURKEY TACOS

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Turkey is often overlooked, which is really too bad since it's flavorful, inexpensive and a great alternative when you're looking to avoid red meat. But no more, once you give this recipe a try you'll see just how versatile turkey can be. Cooked low and slow, the turkey thighs used in this recipe turn out juicy and tender and without a lot of effort from you. Dump the ingredients into your slow cooker and forget about them for the rest of the day, when dinner rolls around it's just a matter of shredding and setting out your favorite taco fixings.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 7h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (15 oz) spicy chili beans in sauce, undrained
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 1/2 lb turkey thighs, skin removed
1 package (1.25 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
1/2 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
1 package (4.6 oz) Old El Paso™ taco shells (12 shells)
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 large tomato, chopped (1 cup)
1 cup shredded cheese

Steps:

  • In 3- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix chili beans and onion. Top with turkey. Sprinkle taco seasoning over turkey; spoon salsa over top.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 9 hours.
  • Place turkey on cutting board. Remove meat from bones; discard bones. Using 2 forks, pull turkey into shreds. Stir turkey into bean mixture in cooker.
  • Heat taco shells as directed on package. Spoon turkey mixture into taco shells. Top with lettuce, tomato and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Taco, Sodium 740 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1 g

Dwayne Griffiths
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These tacos are a great way to use up leftover turkey. They're easy to make and always a hit with my family.


Madelen Puchi
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but these tacos were actually really good. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the toppings were fresh and delicious.


Michael Barrera
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I made these tacos for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Alejandra Gil
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These tacos were easy to make and turned out delicious. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the toppings were fresh and tasty.


mohamed abdeen
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I've made these tacos several times and they're always a hit. The turkey is always cooked perfectly and the flavors are always amazing.


Ntomboncedo Mjacu
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I followed the recipe exactly and the tacos turned out perfectly. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the toppings were fresh and delicious.


Kyle Seedat
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These tacos are amazing! The turkey is cooked perfectly and the flavors are incredible. I will definitely be making these again.


Terynal Lovehogeya
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I love this recipe! The turkey tacos are always a hit with my family and friends. The turkey is always moist and flavorful, and the toppings are always fresh and delicious.


Rebeca SM
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This recipe was easy to follow and the tacos turned out great! The turkey was tender and juicy, and the toppings were fresh and flavorful.


yogurt
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I made these tacos for my friends last week and they loved them! The turkey was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I'll definitely be making this recipe again.


Iisa Benjamin
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These tacos were a hit with my family! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the toppings were fresh and delicious. I will definitely be making this recipe again.