Crock-Pot Shredded Chicken Tacos (Printable view)

Slow-cooked shredded chicken with spices, served warm in tortillas with fresh toppings.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 lbs bone-in, skinless chicken thighs or drumsticks
02 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Spices

05 - 1 ½ tsp chili powder
06 - 1 tsp ground cumin
07 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
08 - ½ tsp dried oregano
09 - ½ tsp salt
10 - ¼ tsp black pepper

→ Sauce

11 - 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes with juices
12 - 1 tbsp tomato paste
13 - 1 tbsp lime juice

→ To Serve

14 - 12 small corn or flour tortillas
15 - Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomato, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños, shredded cheese, sour cream, lime wedges

# How To Make:

01 - Place chicken thighs or drumsticks in the bottom of the slow cooker.
02 - Scatter finely chopped onion and minced garlic over the chicken.
03 - In a small bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper; sprinkle evenly over chicken and vegetables.
04 - Pour diced tomatoes with juices, tomato paste, and chicken broth over the contents.
05 - Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until chicken is tender and shreds easily.
06 - Remove chicken from cooker, discard bones, and shred meat using two forks.
07 - Return shredded chicken to the cooker, stir to combine with sauce, then stir in lime juice.
08 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until warm.
09 - Fill tortillas with shredded chicken and add desired toppings; serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Budget-friendly main dish that feeds a crowd
  • Hands-off slow cooking for easy meal prep
02 -
  • Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option
  • Check packaged ingredients for potential allergens
03 -
  • Shred chicken directly in the pot to keep things simple and juicy
  • Warm tortillas to make them soft and pliable for stuffing
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