Best 5 Slow Cooker Chile Chicken Tacos Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to Mexican-inspired flavors with our Slow Cooker Chile Chicken Tacos, a symphony of zesty spices and tender chicken, all nestled in warm tortillas. Embark on a flavor-filled adventure with a variety of delectable recipes, each promising a unique taste experience. Discover the secrets of creating authentic Chile Chicken, a classic Mexican dish brimming with aromatic spices and succulent chicken. Dive into the art of making homemade tortillas from scratch, ensuring the perfect vessel for your taco fillings. Elevate your taco game with a refreshing Pico de Gallo, a vibrant salsa bursting with the freshness of tomatoes, onions, and cilantro. Experiment with a tangy Guacamole, a creamy avocado-based dip that adds a delightful richness to your tacos. And complete your taco feast with a zesty Cilantro Lime Crema, a light and flavorful sauce that brings a pop of citrus to every bite. Let your taste buds dance with delight as you explore these recipes, transforming your kitchen into a vibrant Mexican fiesta.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CROCK POT CHICKEN TACO CHILI



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Crock Pot Chicken Taco Chili is an easy slow cooker dump recipe using freezer and pantry staples! This has been one of my most popular recipes since 2008!

Provided by Gina

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 small onion (chopped)
1 15.5 oz can black beans, drained
1 15.5 oz can kidney beans, drained
1 8 oz can tomato sauce
10 oz package frozen corn kernels
2 10 oz cans diced tomatoes w/chilies
4 oz can chopped green chili peppers (chopped)
1 packet reduced sodium taco seasoning or homemade (see below)
1 tbsp cumin
1 tbsp chili powder
24 oz 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 1/2 tablespoons cumin
1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine beans, onion, chili peppers, corn, tomato sauce, diced tomato, cumin, chili powder and taco seasoning in a slow cooker and mix well.
  • Nestle the chicken in to completely cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 10 hours or on HIGH for 4 to 6 hours.
  • Half hour before serving, remove chicken and shred.
  • Return chicken to slow cooker and stir in.
  • Top with fresh cilantro and your favorite toppings!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 scant cup, Calories 220 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 44 mg, Sodium 729 mg, Fiber 8.5 g, Sugar 6 g

SLOW-COOKER CHILE-CHICKEN TACOS



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Prepare the spicy chicken filling in a slow cooker in the morning and come home to a mouthwatering Mexican meal!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 7h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 envelope (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ enchilada sauce
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
1 package (4.6 oz) Old El Paso™ taco shells, warmed if desired
3 cups shredded lettuce
1 medium tomato, chopped (3/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Place chicken thighs in cooker. Sprinkle with taco seasoning mix and brown sugar; toss to coat. Mix in green chiles, corn and 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce. Refrigerate remaining enchilada sauce.
  • Cover and cook on Low heat setting 6 to 7 hours.
  • Place chicken on cutting board; use 2 forks to pull chicken into shreds. Return chicken to cooker. Stir in green onions. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 15 minutes.
  • Heat remaining enchilada sauce. Serve chicken mixture in taco shells with lettuce, tomatoes and warm enchilada sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Taco, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g

SLOW COOKER CHIPOTLE-HONEY CHICKEN TACOS



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These may be the easiest tacos you ever make, but you'd never know it. The recipe hinges on just two ingredients: canned chipotles and honey, which slowly caramelize together for a glossy and incredibly tasty sauce. You may hesitate because there's so little liquid in the slow cooker with the chicken, but don't worry. That's how it's supposed to be. It allows the sauce to get a little sticky, which is exactly what you want. (Get the pressure cooker version of this recipe here.)

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     dinner, weekday, tacos, main course

Time 5h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 to 4 chipotles from a can of chipotles in adobo, finely chopped, plus 2 tablespoons adobo sauce
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
Juice of 1 lime
Warmed tortillas, for serving
Pickled onion, for serving (see Tip)
Sliced or cubed avocado, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the chicken, honey, onion and garlic powders, cumin, salt and chipotle chiles and adobo sauce in a 5- to 8-quart slow cooker. Stir well. Cook for at least 3 hours and up to 5 hours on low. If it's more convenient, you can let the slow cooker switch to warm after 5 hours. The dish will hold on warm for about another 3 hours before the chicken starts to become quite dry.
  • Using two forks, coarsely shred the chicken in the sauce. Stir in the black beans and lime juice. Cover and let the beans warm through, about 5 minutes. Taste and add more salt or lime juice if necessary. Serve in tortillas with pickled onion and avocado.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 376, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 41 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 1167 milligrams, Sugar 16 grams, TransFat 0 grams

EASY SLOW COOKER CHICKEN TACOS



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So I heard of people making salsa chicken and I thought I would give it a try but add a few of my own twists to it. My whole family, even the 2-year-old, loved the tacos and we ate the leftovers at our very next meal. After the mixture is cooked, fill flour tortillas with it (hard shells are great, too), add shredded Cheddar cheese on the top, and shredded lettuce.

Provided by Lilliansmommy

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 5h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ (16 ounce) packages chicken breast tenderloins
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning
1 (16 ounce) container mango-peach salsa
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 teaspoon chili powder, or to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
salt to taste
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained with juice reserved
1 medium onion, sliced

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a bowl and sprinkle with taco seasoning. Mix until coated and transfer into a slow cooker. Add salsa, cayenne pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt; mix to combine.
  • Cover and cook on Low until chicken is ready to shred, 4 to 5 hours. Remove chicken, shred with 2 forks, and return to the slow cooker.
  • Break up the pineapple chunks and add them to the slow cooker with 1/4 cup of pineapple juice (or more to taste) and onion slices. Cook on Low until sauce is bubbling and fragrant, 1 to 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.2 calories, Carbohydrate 44.3 g, Cholesterol 47.8 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 941.7 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

LIME CHICKEN TACOS



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Our fun, simple chicken taco recipe is perfect for a relaxing dinner with friends. If we have any leftover filling, I toss it into a garden-fresh taco salad. -Tracy Gunter, Boise, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 cup chunky salsa
12 fat-free flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
Optional: Sour cream, pickled onions, shredded lettuce and shredded cheddar or Cotija cheese

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Combine lime juice and chili powder; pour over chicken. Cook, covered, on low until chicken is tender, 5-6 hours. , Remove chicken. When cool enough to handle, shred meat with 2 forks; return to slow cooker. Stir in corn and salsa. Cook, covered, on low until heated through, about 30 minutes. Place filling on tortillas; if desired, serve with sour cream, pickled onions, lettuce and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 674mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic exchanges

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients in advance: Chop your veggies, shred your chicken, and measure out your spices before you start cooking. This will make the cooking process much smoother and faster.
  • Use a good quality chili powder: The chili powder is one of the most important ingredients in this recipe, so make sure you use a good quality one. Look for a chili powder that is made with 100% pure chili peppers and has a deep red color.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the spice level: This recipe is fairly mild, but you can easily adjust the spice level to your liking. If you like your food spicy, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper. If you prefer a milder dish, reduce the amount of chili powder or omit the cayenne pepper altogether.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: These tacos are delicious on their own, but they're even better when served with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and Pico de Gallo.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker chile chicken tacos recipe is a delicious and easy weeknight meal that the whole family will enjoy. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the chili sauce is perfectly spiced. Plus, it's all made in one pot, so cleanup is a breeze! So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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