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Southwestern Crockpot Chicken Tacos

Southwestern Crockpot Chicken Tacos

  • Author: Charlotte
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Southwestern
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

Tender, flavor-packed Southwestern Crockpot Chicken Tacos made with juicy shredded chicken, beans, corn, and bold spices slow-cooked to perfection. Perfect for busy nights or casual gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 8 to 10 small flour tortillas

Instructions

  1. In a slow cooker, add chicken thighs, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chiles, chopped onion, minced garlic, and taco seasoning.
  2. Stir gently to distribute the seasoning evenly.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is tender.
  4. Shred the cooked chicken using two forks directly in the slow cooker and stir to combine with the rest of the mixture.
  5. Before serving, add fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro. Mix well.
  6. Warm tortillas and spoon the filling into each tortilla.
  7. Add desired toppings and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful results.
  • Don’t skip the lime juice—it brightens the whole dish.
  • Drain beans and corn well to avoid excess liquid.
  • Leftovers can be used in salads, burritos, or rice bowls.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

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