Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos
Ingredients
- 2-3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts)
(4 medium-sized chicken breasts
- 1 ounce package mild taco seasoning
or use homemade taco seasoning
- 10 ounce can mild diced tomatoes and green chilies
with juice
- 4 ounce can diced green chiles
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp cracked black pepper
- 15 ounce container salsa con queso
- Street taco size flour tortillas
- shredded lettuce
sour cream, diced tomatoes and chopped cilantro, optional garnish
Directions
- 1
Lightly spray the inside of a 5-6 quart slow cooker with nonstick spray.
- 2
Lay the boneless skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of the prepared slow cooker.
- 3
Sprinkle the taco seasoning, kosher salt and cracked black pepper over the chicken breasts.
- 4
Pour the 10-ounce can of diced tomatoes and chiles and the 4-ounce can of green chiles over the seasoned chicken breasts. Cook on high for 4 hours.
- 5
Once the chicken has finished cooking, use 2 forks to shred the chicken breasts.
- 6
Pour the container of salsa con queso over the top of the chicken and stir to thoroughly combine. (you can use less if you prefer)
- 7
Serve in the flour tortillas, and garnish with shredded lettuce, tomatoes, chopped cilantro and sour cream.
Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos
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About this Recipe
Craving a cheesy, satisfying taco night without the fuss? These Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos are your answer, making weeknight meals a breeze with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Why This Recipe Works
The brilliance of this recipe lies in its sheer simplicity: it’s the ultimate "set-it-and-forget-it" meal. You’ll combine tender boneless skinless chicken breasts with mild taco seasoning, diced tomatoes and green chilies, and creamy salsa con queso. The slow cooker then works its magic, gently simmering everything into a luscious, fork-tender filling that’s ready whenever you are.
What to Expect
Prepare for a wonderfully comforting and supremely cheesy taco experience. The chicken emerges incredibly tender, easily shreddable, and deeply infused with the savory notes of the taco seasoning and the mild, tangy kick from the tomatoes and green chilies. All of this goodness is enveloped in a rich, velvety queso sauce, creating a filling that’s both indulgent and incredibly satisfying. It's an effortless way to bring a crowd-pleasing taco night to your table, perfect for casual family dinners or feeding a hungry gathering.
Customization & Variations
While fantastic as is, you can easily adapt these Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos to your family's preferences. The recipe calls for a mild taco seasoning, but you can always swap in your favorite homemade blend if you prefer to control the exact spice level. Feel free to get creative with your toppings beyond the suggested shredded lettuce, sour cream, diced tomatoes, and chopped cilantro, adding more freshness or crunch to each bite.
Serving & Context
Serve these flavorful tacos warm in street taco size flour tortillas, allowing everyone to customize their plate with their favorite garnishes for a fun, interactive, and undeniably delicious meal.