Best 4 3 Ingredient Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos Recipes

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Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with a mouthwatering, hassle-free meal? Look no further than our guide to creating the ultimate 3-ingredient slow cooker chicken tacos. This recipe is a perfect blend of convenience and flavor, catering to busy individuals and taco enthusiasts alike. With minimal effort and a handful of pantry staples, you can whip up a delightful feast that will leave your taste buds craving more. Get ready to unleash your inner chef and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the simplicity and satisfaction of a truly delicious dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

3 INGREDIENT CHICKEN TACOS {INSTANT POT OR SLOW COOKER}



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These 3 ingredient chicken tacos are so easy to make and so tasty - the perfect meal for those busy weeknights. A 30 minute meal in your Instant Pot (from fresh or frozen) or let it cook all afternoon in your slow cooker for amazing chicken tacos! This chicken taco meat is amazing in soft or hard tacos, or on nachos!

Provided by Bake. Eat. Repeat.

Categories     Instant Pot

Time 17m

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts (fresh or frozen, about 3)
1 cup salsa
1 teaspoon taco seasoning

Steps:

  • Place salsa in the Instant Pot, with the chicken breasts on top.
  • Sprinkle the chicken with the taco seasoning.
  • Secure the lid, making sure the valve is closed.
  • Cook on high pressure for 12 minutes for frozen chicken, 8 for fresh chicken.
  • The Instant Pot will take 10-15 minutes to come to pressure before the cook time starts.
  • When the cook time is finished, let the Instant Pot naturally release for 5 minutes and then quick release the rest of the pressure.
  • Use two forks to shred the chicken and mix it with the salsa in the pot.
  • Place the salsa in the crock of the slow cooker, with the chicken breasts on top.
  • Sprinkle the chicken with the taco seasoning.
  • Put the lid on the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
  • Shred the chicken with two forks and mix it with the salsa in the slow cooker.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 96 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 4 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 36 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 426 milligrams sodium, Sugar 2 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams unsaturated fat

CROCKPOT CHICKEN TACOS



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Crockpot Chicken Tacos are an easy dinner idea that the whole family will love! You'll need just 3 ingredients for this flavorful shredded chicken taco filling.

Provided by Kristine Rosenblatt

Categories     Main Dish     Slow Cooker

Time 3h10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (or boneless skinless chicken thighs)
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
1 cup mild salsa
for serving: tortillas, shredded cheese, avocado or guacamole, tomatoes, additional salsa, etc.

Steps:

  • Place chicken in bottom of slow cooker. Sprinkle with taco seasoning. Spoon salsa on top of chicken and spread to cover chicken.
  • Cook on low for 3 to 4 hours, or on high for 2 hours, until chicken is cooked through. Chicken is done when it registers 165° F on an instant read thermometer.
  • Remove chicken to a plate to cool slightly, along with any salsa that is on top of the chicken. Shred chicken with two forks or your fingers and place in a bowl. Stir in some of the liquid from the slow cooker, starting with ¼ cup and adding more as desired.
  • Serve chicken in tortillas with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /8 recipe, Calories 139 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Sodium 385 mg, Sugar 1 g

CROCKPOT CHICKEN TACOS



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Crockpot Chicken Tacos are a staple in our house. This recipe is only three ingredients and makes for a perfect easy dinner.

Provided by Lisa Longley

Categories     Main Course

Time 4h5m

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pound chicken breasts
4 cups chicken stock
3 tablespoons taco seasoning (or a 1 ounce packet from the store)

Steps:

  • In the base of a slow cooker wisk together the taco seasoning and chicken stock. Add in the chicken.
  • Cook on low for four hours.
  • Remove the chicken breasts from the crockpot, shred and serve with tortillas and taco toppings.

EASY SLOW COOKER CHICKEN TACOS



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So I heard of people making salsa chicken and I thought I would give it a try but add a few of my own twists to it. My whole family, even the 2-year-old, loved the tacos and we ate the leftovers at our very next meal. After the mixture is cooked, fill flour tortillas with it (hard shells are great, too), add shredded Cheddar cheese on the top, and shredded lettuce.

Provided by Lilliansmommy

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 5h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ (16 ounce) packages chicken breast tenderloins
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning
1 (16 ounce) container mango-peach salsa
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 teaspoon chili powder, or to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
salt to taste
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained with juice reserved
1 medium onion, sliced

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a bowl and sprinkle with taco seasoning. Mix until coated and transfer into a slow cooker. Add salsa, cayenne pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt; mix to combine.
  • Cover and cook on Low until chicken is ready to shred, 4 to 5 hours. Remove chicken, shred with 2 forks, and return to the slow cooker.
  • Break up the pineapple chunks and add them to the slow cooker with 1/4 cup of pineapple juice (or more to taste) and onion slices. Cook on Low until sauce is bubbling and fragrant, 1 to 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.2 calories, Carbohydrate 44.3 g, Cholesterol 47.8 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 941.7 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

Tips:

  • Use a slow cooker that is at least 3 quarts in size.
  • If you don't have a slow cooker, you can also cook the chicken in a Dutch oven over low heat for 6-8 hours.
  • Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper before cooking.
  • Add a little bit of liquid to the slow cooker, such as water, chicken broth, or salsa, to prevent the chicken from drying out.
  • Cook the chicken on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, shred it with two forks.
  • Serve the chicken tacos with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and lettuce.

Conclusion:

This 3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos recipe is a quick and easy way to make a delicious and healthy meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the tacos are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a party. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time.

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