Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos

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These Crockpot Queso Chicken Tacos are an effortless way to enjoy tender, flavorful shredded chicken infused with creamy queso and Mexican spices. With just a few ingredients and a slow cooker, you can make delicious, cheesy tacos that are perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Hands-Off Cooking – Let your slow cooker do all the work!
✔ Super Creamy & Cheesy – Queso makes these tacos irresistibly good.
✔ Perfect for Meal Prep – Make ahead and use for tacos, burritos, or nachos.

Preparation Time

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4–6 hours
  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
  • Servings: 6–8 tacos

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel works great)
  • 1 cup salsa (mild or spicy, based on preference)
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade blend: 1 tsp chili powder, ½ tsp cumin, ½ tsp paprika, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion powder, ½ tsp salt)
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies (optional for extra heat)
  • 1 cup queso dip or nacho cheese sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a Mexican blend)
  • Taco shells or flour tortillas

Optional Toppings:

  • Shredded lettuce
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Sliced jalapeños
  • Sour cream
  • Guacamole

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Slow Cooker

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle taco seasoning over the chicken.
  3. Pour in the diced tomatoes with green chilies, salsa, and diced green chilies (if using).

Step 2: Slow Cook the Chicken

  1. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and shreds easily.

Step 3: Shred the Chicken

  1. Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, mixing it well with the sauce.

Step 4: Add the Queso

  1. Stir in the queso dip and shredded cheese, mixing until everything is well combined and melty.
  2. Let it cook for another 10–15 minutes on LOW to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 5: Assemble the Tacos

  1. Warm your taco shells or tortillas.
  2. Fill each taco with the cheesy shredded chicken mixture.
  3. Top with your favorite toppings like lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, or guacamole.

Step 6: Serve & Enjoy!

Serve immediately with a side of Mexican rice, beans, or chips and salsa.

Serving Suggestions

✨ Turn It Into Nachos – Serve the queso chicken over tortilla chips with extra cheese.
✨ Make Burrito Bowls – Serve with rice, black beans, and avocado.
✨ Quesadilla Filling – Use the chicken to make cheesy quesadillas.

Storage & Reheating

  • Refrigeration: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Freezing: Freeze shredded queso chicken in a sealed container for up to 3 months.
  • Reheating: Warm in the microwave for 1–2 minutes, stirring halfway through.

Dietary Information

✔ Gluten-Free: Yes, if using gluten-free taco shells.
✔ Low-Carb/Keto: Use lettuce wraps instead of tortillas.
✔ Dairy-Free Option: Use dairy-free queso or omit the cheese.

Nutritional Facts (Per Taco)

  • Calories: ~320 kcal
  • Protein: ~28g
  • Carbohydrates: ~22g
  • Fat: ~14g

Make It Spicier!

🔥 Add extra jalapeños or hot sauce for more heat.
🔥 Swap salsa for spicy chipotle sauce.
🔥 Use spicy queso dip for a bold kick.

Enjoy. 

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