Description
These Summer Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken Tacos are the ultimate easy dinner for busy days! Made with tender shredded chicken slow-cooked in flavorful salsa verde, fresh lime juice, and savory seasonings, these tacos are juicy, zesty, and packed with fresh summer flavor. Perfect for taco night, meal prep, family dinners, potlucks, and backyard gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 cups salsa verde
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For Serving
- 16 small corn or flour tortillas
Optional Toppings
- Diced avocado
- Shredded cabbage
- Chopped cilantro
- Diced tomatoes
- Pickled red onions
- Crumbled cotija cheese
- Jalapeño slices
- Lime wedges
Instructions
1: Prepare the Slow Cooker: Lightly coat the slow cooker with nonstick spray.
2: Add Chicken: Place chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of the crockpot.
3: Add Flavorings: Add salsa verde, onion, garlic, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper; mix gently to combine.
4: Slow Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender and easy to shred.
5: Shred Chicken: Remove chicken and shred using two forks.
6: Combine: Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir into the sauce; let it absorb flavors for 10–15 minutes.
7: Warm Tortillas: Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
8: Assemble Tacos: Fill each tortilla with the salsa verde chicken.
9: Add Toppings: Top with avocado, shredded cabbage, cilantro, diced tomatoes, cotija cheese, and fresh lime juice.
10: Serve: Serve immediately while warm and flavorful.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sear the chicken for 2–3 minutes before adding it to the slow cooker.
- Adjust spice level by increasing or reducing chili powder and salsa verde.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3–4 days and are great for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 5 Hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: slow cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 servings
- Calories: 320 calories
