Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos: 5-Ingredient Cheesy Bliss
Easy slow cooker queso chicken tacos with tender shredded chicken and creamy melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 mins
- Yield: 12 tacos 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 8 oz processed cheese, cubed (e.g., Velveeta)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 12 small flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: sour cream, diced avocado, chopped cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Add diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
- Shred chicken with two forks.
- Add processed cheese and cheddar cheese. Stir until melted.
- Warm tortillas. Fill with chicken mixture and desired toppings.
Notes
- For spicier tacos, use hot diced tomatoes or add jalapeños.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Substitute corn tortillas for gluten-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg