Description
These Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos feature tender, shredded chicken cooked low and slow with taco seasoning and diced tomatoes, then blended with creamy Mexican cheese dip for a flavorful, cheesy filling. Easy to prepare and perfect for tacos with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (1-oz) package taco seasoning
Additional Ingredients
- 1 (10-oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies
- 1 1/2 cups Mexican cheese dip (refrigerated or jarred)
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker. Evenly sprinkle the taco seasoning over the chicken, then pour the can of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies on top.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 4 to 6 hours, allowing the chicken to become tender and absorb the flavors of the seasoning and tomatoes.
- Shred Chicken: Remove the cooked chicken breasts from the slow cooker and shred them thoroughly with two forks until pulled apart.
- Mix Cheese Dip: Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir in the Mexican cheese dip until well combined and creamy.
- Serve Tacos: Spoon the queso chicken mixture into warmed tortillas or hard taco shells, and garnish with your favorite taco toppings such as lettuce, sour cream, avocado, or salsa.
Notes
- Use a 6-quart slow cooker for best results to ensure even cooking.
- The cooking time may vary depending on your slow cooker; chicken should be cooked until easily shredded.
- For a spicier kick, add extra diced jalapeños or hot sauce to the mixture.
- Leftover queso chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To make it gluten-free, verify that the taco seasoning and cheese dip do not contain gluten ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: Slow cooker chicken tacos, queso chicken, Mexican cheese dip, shredded chicken tacos, easy slow cooker recipe
