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Healthy Crockpot Chicken Tacos Recipe

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  • Author: Lily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 6 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Salt

Description

This Healthy Crockpot Chicken Tacos recipe offers a simple, flavorful, and nutritious way to enjoy tender chicken seasoned with a blend of spices and cooked slowly with salsa and lime juice in a crockpot. Perfect for a busy weeknight, these tacos are versatile and can be served with your favorite toppings for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasonings

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Liquids

  • 1 cup salsa (red or green; red preferred)
  • Juice of 2 limes (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (low or no salt) or water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the crockpot in an even layer.
  2. Add Seasonings: Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder evenly over the chicken breasts to ensure all pieces are well-coated with the spices.
  3. Add Liquids: Pour the salsa over the seasoned chicken, then add the chicken broth or water. If using, squeeze the juice of 2 limes over the top to add freshness and a slight tang.
  4. Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender, easily shredding with a fork.
  5. Shred and Stir: Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir it into the juices to soak up all the flavors.
  6. Serve: Use the shredded chicken as a filling for tacos, serving with your preferred taco toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, avocado, or cilantro.

Notes

  • For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or use a spicy salsa.
  • To keep it low sodium, use low-sodium salsa and chicken broth.
  • Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
  • For a crisper texture, after shredding, you can pan-fry the chicken briefly before serving.
  • Serve with corn or whole wheat tortillas for a healthier option.

Find it online: https://justworthi.com/healthy-crockpot-chicken-tacos-recipe/