Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos Recipe
Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos are a deliciously creamy and cheesy dinner option. Made with tender shredded chicken, flavorful queso, and spices, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or your next taco night. Simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic. These tacos are guaranteed to be a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 tacos 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup queso cheese dip
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 10-12 taco-sized tortillas
- Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, sour cream, shredded cheese
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning over the chicken.
- Add diced tomatoes with green chilies and chicken broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and stir in the queso dip.
- Allow to cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until everything is combined and heated through.
- Serve the chicken mixture in tortillas and top with your favorite taco toppings.
Notes
- You can substitute queso dip with your favorite cheese sauce.
- For extra heat, add diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg