Slow Cooker Spicy Chipotle Chicken Tacos
Slow Cooker Spicy Chipotle Chicken Tacos are the perfect dish for an effortless yet flavorful taco night. Tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in a smoky chipotle sauce create an irresistible aroma and taste that will impress anyone at your table. Customize these tacos with your favorite toppings like creamy avocado or fresh cilantro for a delicious meal any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2–3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortillas for serving
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker without cutting them.
- Add chopped chipotle peppers with adobo sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, and chopped onion. Stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the slow cooker to soak up the sauce.
- Serve in warm tortillas with desired toppings like avocado and cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sear the chicken before placing it in the slow cooker. - Substitute chicken with beef or jackfruit for a vegetarian option. - Customize toppings based on personal preferences; consider adding cheese or jalapeños.