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Slow Cooker Sloppy Chicken Tacos

from Tiffany at eatathomecooks.com
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time6 hrs 30 mins
Total Time6 hrs 35 mins
Servings: 6 to 8
Calories: 706kcal

Ingredients

For the tacos:

  • 2 -3 lbs. boneless chicken tenders
  • 8 oz. can salsa verde
  • 2 Tbs. taco seasoning equivalent of 1 package*
  • 15 oz. can tomato sauce
  • 12-16 tortillas
  • 1 small head lettuce optional for serving
  • 2 tomatoes diced, optional for serving
  • 2 avocados diced, optional for serving
  • ½-1 cup cheese optional for serving
  • ½ cup sour cream optional for serving

For the homemade taco seasoning:

  • 3 Tbs. chili powder
  • 1½ tsp. garlic powder
  • ¾ tsp. onion powder
  • ¾ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
  • ¾ tsp. dried oregano
  • 1½ tsp. paprika
  • 1½ Tbs. ground cumin
  • 1 Tbs. salt
  • 1½ tsp. black pepper

Instructions

  • Mix together thoroughly.
  • Divide into three baggies.
  • This makes the equivalent of 3 commercial sized packages.
  • Place chicken in the slow cooker.
  • Stir remaining ingredients, except tortillas and cheese, together and pour over chicken.
  • Cook on high for 5-6 hours or on low for 7-8 hours.
  • Shred the meat and serve in tortillas, topped with cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 706kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 60g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 165mg | Sodium: 2714mg | Potassium: 1967mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 3619IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 245mg | Iron: 7mg