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Crockpot Chicken Tacos with Avocado-Cilantro Sauce

Crockpot Chicken Tacos with Avocado-Cilantro Sauce Bliss

Enjoy Crockpot Chicken Tacos with Avocado-Cilantro Sauce, a flavorful and easy dinner recipe perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or chicken thighs for enhanced flavor
  • 1 cup Salsa choose no sugar added for a healthier option
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning consider homemade for personalized flavor
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth vegetable broth can work for a lighter taste
For the Tortillas
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas or flour tortillas if preferred
For the Avocado-Cilantro Sauce
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro Leaves substitute with parsley if needed
  • 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt sour cream is a direct substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice lemon juice can be used for variation
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt adjust to dietary needs

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • blender
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Sprinkle taco seasoning, then pour salsa and chicken broth over the top.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Cover the crockpot and set to low heat for about 4 hours until tender.
  3. Shred the Chicken: Use forks to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot, mixing back into the juices.
  4. Make the Avocado-Cilantro Sauce: Blend the avocado, cilantro, yogurt, lime juice, and salt until smooth.
  5. Warm the Tortillas: Warm corn tortillas in a skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
  6. Assemble the Tacos: Fill tortillas with shredded chicken and drizzle with the avocado-cilantro sauce.
  7. Serve and Share: Enjoy your tacos warm, gathered around the table with loved ones.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 24gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 520mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Customize tacos with additional toppings like cilantro, lime wedges, or cheese to enhance the experience.

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