Ingredients
– 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes and green chilies (mild or spicy)
– 1 can (16 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Tortillas, for serving
– Optional toppings: diced avocado, chopped cilantro, sour cream, diced onions, sliced jalapeños
Instructions
Creating Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos is straightforward. Just follow these easy steps for a delicious outcome:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Start by placing the chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker.
2. Add Ingredients: Pour the canned tomatoes and green chilies over the chicken. Then, sprinkle the taco seasoning on top.
3. Cream Cheese Layer: Add the softened cream cheese over the mixture; it will melt beautifully during cooking.
4. Add Beans: Scatter the black beans on top of everything in the slow cooker.
5. Cook: Cover and set your slow cooker on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours. The chicken should be fully cooked and tender when ready.
6. Shred Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken, shred it using two forks, and return it to the slow cooker, mixing it well with the queso mixture.
7. Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it melts thoroughly.
8. Prepare Tortillas: Warm the tortillas on a skillet or in the microwave for easy assembly.
9. Serve: Scoop the delicious quesos chicken mixture onto the tortillas and add your favorite toppings.
Following these steps will give you perfectly cooked Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos every time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8 tacos
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Fat: 24g
- Protein: 31g