Ingredients
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Creating these tacos is as easy as pie (or should I say, as easy as tacos?). Here’s what you’ll need:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix (about 1 ounce)
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup queso cheese sauce
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Optional: 1 avocado, sliced
Feel free to substitute the flour tortillas with corn tortillas if you prefer. You can also use homemade taco seasoning for a more personalized touch. The avocado and lime wedges are optional, but they add a refreshing contrast to the rich queso chicken.
Instructions
Ready to make these tacos? Follow these simple steps:
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and sprinkle with taco seasoning. Make sure each piece is well-coated.
- Pour the diced tomatoes with green chilies over the chicken.
- Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 6-7 hours, or until the chicken is tender and shreds easily.
- Once the chicken is cooked, drain excess liquid if necessary, then shred the chicken with two forks.
- Add the queso cheese sauce to the shredded chicken and stir until well combined.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave, then fill each with a generous scoop of the queso chicken mixture.
- Top with shredded lettuce, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges and avocado slices, if desired, for a zesty kick.
One tip I’ve learned over the years: always taste your chicken before serving. Adjust the seasoning as needed, adding a pinch more salt or a squeeze of lime to brighten the flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International