I have really been relying a lot more on my Crock Pot lately. With the right ingredients and attention to cooking times, the flavors you can coax out of a crock pot meal are pretty amazing. This Crock Pot Shredded Mexican Chicken Tacos (Tinga de Pollo) is certainly no exception.
I like to make a large batch and use it a couple of days of the week and a few different applications. It’s really incredibly easy and the spiciness of the tacos can be easily adjusted which is great so if you like spicy turn up the heat!
If you’re not a fan, we can tweak that, too! The best part is this Crock Pot Shredded Mexican Chicken is EASY to use in so MANY recipes. SCORE!
The chicken is so tender it shreds with a pair of forks. Then I dump all the meat back into the cooking liquid and give it a good stir. This allows the meat to get back in there and mingle and get totally coated in all that yummy sauce.
I’m drooling just thinking about it.
Just look it! Tender, juicy and delicious! Want a taste? This bite is just for you…YUMMMM!
Cinco de Mayo is coming up soon and we’re using this recipe for Baked Chicken Tacos, Burritos, flautas, taquitos and chicken quesadillas just to name a few. Chicken taco salad? Yes, please!
One simple recipe with unlimited options on how to use it.
Love Tacos like we do? Check out thee other taco recipes:
- Crock Pot Mexican Shredded Beef
- Taco Skillet
- Thai Steak Tacos
- Crock Pot Beef Tacos
- Baked Shredded Chicken Tacos
- Baked Fish Tacos
- Homemade Taco Seasoning
- Beef Fajitas
Crock Pot Shredded Mexican Chicken
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Prep Time: 10 minutes -
Cook Time: 360 minutes
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Total Time: 370 minutes
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Yield: 9 -10 servings -
Category: Dinner -
Method: Crock pot -
Cuisine: Mexican
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It’s really incredibly easy and the spiciness of the tacos can be easily adjusted which is great so if you like spicy turn up the heat!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken breasts
- 1 1/2 cups salsa, see notes
- 1 4 oz. can mild green chilies
- 1 14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes, drained
- 2-4 tablespoons Chipotle in Adobo, use more or less for desired spiciness
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- hot sauce to taste
Instructions
- Add the chicken breasts into the bottom of your slow cooker. Add all of the remaining ingredients except for the hot sauce over the top pf the chicken. Cover and cook on high for 2-4 hours or on low for 6-7 hours. Cooking times vary based on the model and size of your crock pot.
- Remove chicken to shallow pan or cutting board. With two forks, shred the chicken completely. At this point, return the chicken aback into the crock pot to mingle and get coated with the flavorful cooking liquid. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Add hot sauce to taste, if desired.
Notes
Use this recipe for Baked Chicken Tacos, Burritos, flautas, taquitos, chicken quesadillas and chicken taco salad.
Keywords: Crock Pot Shredded Mexican Chicken, Cinco de mayo, taco tuesday, slow cooker, family friendly, budget meals, Chicken breast, MSG free,
Lynda says
Perfectly tender and juicy
★★★★★
Swathi says
cock pot shredded Mexican chicken looks delicious, thanks for sharing with Hearth and soul blog hop pinning and tweeting.
April J Harris says
This looks amazing! I’m using my Crock Pot a lot more these days too. Thank you so much for sharing with us at the Hearth and Soul Hop. Shared on our H&S Hop Facebook page.
Martie says
Yum! I’m hosting a Cinco de Mayo party next week, and this recipe is definitely in the running! Thanks for sharing on FoodieFriDIY! I also like the looks of that Mexican macaroni salad! 🙂
KitchenDreaming says
Sounds fun! The macaroni salad is very good, too, as a change up of the classic picnic dish.
Denise Wright says
That looks great! I’m always looking for new crockpot ideas. That balsamic chicken looks really good too.
Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy says
Crockpots are such a great invention. This recipe sounds great. Love using it…and I will have to give this a try.
KitchenDreaming says
They really are! I’m relying on mine a little more these days for sure.
Sara says
Um… Yum! This looks like a great dinner any night of the week!
KitchenDreaming says
I really love that you can layer everything into the crock pot and have dinner in minutes after a long day at work!
Kristen @A Mind Full MOm says
I rely on the crock-pot all year long!! And we love Mexican at our house, so I know this would be a hit!
KitchenDreaming says
I find I’m using mine more and more – especially in the summer when the idea of heating up my oven (and the house) is dreadful.
Mark, Compass & Fork says
I love my crock pot too but I have never used it for making the basis of a salad. Great idea and looks delicious.
KitchenDreaming says
Thank you.
Cristie | Little Big H says
Oh yum. This sounds and looks delicious. Can’t wait to give it a try.
KitchenDreaming says
It’s so versatile too!
Meeta says
I really need to get a crockpot! I usually make dishes like this in the oven in my Römmertopf. Just loving all the flavors here!
KitchenDreaming says
You can do this in the oven as well. The Crock Pot makes it easier for me to have dinner ready (and unattended) while I am working away from home.