Crock Pot Chipotle Chicken Tacos Recipe

Spice up your taco night with these incredible Crock-Pot Chipotle Chicken Tacos! Juicy chicken thighs marinated in smoky chipotle chiles, zesty salsa, and warming spices create a flavor explosion that's a refreshing change from traditional ground beef tacos. Easily adjust the heat level by controlling the amount of chiles – perfect for mild to spicy preferences. This slow-cooked recipe is incredibly tender and delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Get ready for taco Tuesday (or any day!) with this easy and delicious recipe!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 270 mins
Calories 414.4 kcal
Protein 95g
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Ingredients for Crock Pot Chipotle Chicken Tacos

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How to Make Crock Pot Chipotle Chicken Tacos

  1. Place 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs in your slow cooker.
  2. Add 4 cloves minced garlic, 1 cup of your favorite salsa, 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (minced, remove seeds for less heat), 2 teaspoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours, or on low for 6-8 hours, until chicken is easily shredded.
  4. Transfer the cooked chicken to a large bowl and shred using two forks.
  5. Stir in 1/4 cup of the cooking juices to moisten the chicken.
  6. Serve the shredded chicken in warm taco shells with your favorite toppings. (Suggestions: shredded cheese, chopped onions, cilantro, sour cream, avocado)
  7. **Oven Instructions:** Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine all ingredients (including 2 cups of water) in a 5-quart oven-safe pot or Dutch oven with a tight-fitting lid. Bake for approximately 2 hours, or until chicken is fork-tender.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

16g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Crock Pot Chipotle Chicken Tacos?

Crock Pot Chipotle Chicken Tacos takes about 285 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 270 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Crock Pot Chipotle Chicken Tacos?

Crock Pot Chipotle Chicken Tacos has approximately 414.4 calories per serving, with about 95 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 23 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Crock Pot Chipotle Chicken Tacos?

The key ingredients for Crock Pot Chipotle Chicken Tacos are Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs, Garlic Cloves, Salsa, Chipotle Chile In Adobo, Chili Powder, Salt And Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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