Spicy Chipotle Chicken Tacos
These spicy chipotle chicken tacos are perfect for a flavorful weeknight meal. Tender shredded chicken, slow-cooked in a tangy chipotle sauce, is served in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings.
Equipment
- Slow cooker
- Cutting board
- Two forks
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
- 1-2 tablespoons adobo sauce from the can
Optional Ingredients
- 1/2 diced onion
- 1 clove minced garlic
Serving
- Tortillas corn or flour
- shredded lettuce Desired toppings
- diced tomatoes
- cheese
- sour cream
- guacamole
- fresh lime wedges
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Place chicken in the slow cooker and sprinkle with taco seasoning.
- Pour in broth, salsa, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, and optional onion and garlic.
- Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until chicken shreds easily.
- Remove chicken to a cutting board and shred with two forks.
- Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker, stir with liquid, and keep warm.
- Serve in tortillas with your desired toppings.
Notes
Adjust chipotle peppers to your spice preference. For extra creaminess, stir in a dollop of cream cheese with the shredded chicken at the end. These tacos are great for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.