Description
Delectable slow cooker Mexican chicken combines tender meat with zesty spices for a mouthwatering meal. Families will savor this simple, hearty dish that brings authentic flavors directly to the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 chicken breasts
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Liquid and Garnish:
- 1 cup salsa
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Nestle chicken breasts into the slow cooker ceramic base, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Generously coat chicken with a vibrant salsa mixture, incorporating zesty taco seasoning, earthy cumin, aromatic garlic powder, subtle onion powder, tangy lime juice, and a balanced sprinkle of salt and pepper.
- Program the slow cooker to low temperature for 6-8 hours or high temperature for 3-4 hours, allowing the chicken to become incredibly tender and absorb the rich, spicy flavors.
- Using two forks, carefully pull apart and shred the chicken directly within the cooking liquid, ensuring each strand is thoroughly coated with the savory sauce.
- Transfer the succulent, shredded chicken to various serving vessels like warm tortillas for tacos, hearty burritos, nourishing grain bowls, or atop fluffy rice, and optionally crown with fresh, vibrant cilantro for an extra layer of brightness.
Notes
- Select boneless, skinless chicken breasts for consistent, even cooking and easy shredding.
- Use fresh, zesty salsa for maximum flavor depth and authentic Mexican taste profile.
- Adjust seasoning intensity by reducing or increasing taco seasoning according to personal spice preference.
- Swap chicken breasts with thighs for richer, more tender meat that absorbs sauce beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg