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Shredded Chicken Tacos
Jemero Carter

Shredded Chicken Tacos

Shredded Chicken Tacos
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 565

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ pounds  pounds (680 grams) chicken breasts skinless boneless
  • 2 teaspoons  vegetable oil
  • 1/2  yellow onion minced
  • 2 cloves  garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon  dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon  chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon  salt
  • 1/2 cup (120 grams) salsa

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken in the Crock Pot with oregano, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat each piece evenly with the seasonings for maximum flavor.
  2. Add the veggies, broth, chopped tomatoes, and sliced onions. Layer them gently, then pour the broth around the edges to avoid washing off the spices.
  3. Cover and slow cook the taco mixture until it becomes juicy, fall-apart, and tender. The aroma alone will tell you it’s ready.
  4. Shred the chicken using two forks or a hand mixer to save time. Keep the speed low to prevent splashing in the Crock Pot.
  5. Assemble your shredded chicken tacos by piling the tomatoes, onions, and chicken into warm tortillas. Top with avocado, radishes, cheese, and cilantro, then add a squeeze of lime to finish.

Notes

Meal Prep: This shredded chicken taco recipe is perfect for meal prep because the chicken reheats beautifully and can be enjoyed in many ways — from tacos and bowls to salads or wraps.
Reheat: To warm it up, heat the chicken gently on the stove, in the microwave, or even toss it back into the slow cooker until heated through.
Freeze: The chicken, tomatoes, and onions freeze together perfectly and stay fresh for up to 3–6 months, making them ideal for future quick meals.