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Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 250 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Delicious slow cooker chicken tacos with a creamy cheese filling.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 4 ounces cream cheese (cubed and softened)
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheese
  • flour tortillas

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, add cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, salt and pepper, mix well.
  2. Place chicken breast in the bottom of slow cooker. Pour the seasoning mixture and the water into crock.
  3. Cook on low for 4 hours.
  4. Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred with 2 forks.
  5. Return the chicken to the crock pot. Mix in the cream cheese and 1/4 cup shredded cheese.
  6. Warm flour tortillas and spread a small amount of chicken mixture onto the tortillas.
  7. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Roll up.
  8. Serve with additional toppings such as sour cream, salsa and avocado.

Notes

  • This recipe can be adjusted for spice by adding more chili powder or jalapeños.
  • Additional toppings can include guacamole and diced tomatoes.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 240 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg