Description
: This easy Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. With just a few ingredients, it delivers bold, cheesy, and slightly spicy flavors with minimal effort. A guaranteed family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 jar (15 oz) queso dip (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, sour cream, avocado
Instructions
- Prepare the Slow Cooker
Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the chicken. - Add the Queso and Rotel
Pour the queso dip and Rotel tomatoes (with their juices) over the seasoned chicken. Stir slightly to combine the flavors. - Cook on Low or High
Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded. - Shred the Chicken
Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker. Stir well to evenly coat the shredded chicken in the cheesy sauce. - Assemble the Tacos
Warm the tortillas, then spoon the queso chicken mixture onto each one. - Add Toppings and Serve
Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Spicier Version: Use spicy taco seasoning and add extra jalapeños.
- Different Cheese Options: Swap store-bought queso for melted Velveeta or a homemade cheese sauce.
- Protein Alternatives: Try this recipe with shredded beef or pork.
- Low-Carb Option: Serve over cauliflower rice or in lettuce wraps.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Main Course, dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: mexican , american
Keywords: slow cooker chicken tacos, queso chicken tacos, easy taco recipe, crockpot chicken tacos, cheesy chicken tacos