If you need an easy dinner that practically cooks itself, these Crockpot Salsa Chicken Tacos are always a good idea. Just toss the ingredients into the slow cooker, let it cook, and shred the chicken once it’s tender.

With simple ingredients and very little hands-on prep, this easy crockpot taco recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, taco nights, meal prep, or feeding a hungry crowd. Add your favorite toppings like cheese, avocado, sour cream, or fresh cilantro for a dinner everyone will look forward to.

If tacos are always a hit at your house, check out these Taco Tuesday Recipes for even more easy and flavorful taco night ideas.

How to Make Crockpot Salsa Chicken Tacos

Here are the ingredients you need to make these Crockpot salsa chicken tacos, plus step by step instructions for how to make them.

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
16 oz jar chunky salsa
½ oz (half packet) taco seasoning
Flour tortillas
Toppings (we used cheese, tomatoes, and cilantro)

Step by Step Instructions

1. Place the chicken breasts in an even layer in the bottom of the slow cooker.

2. Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the chicken so it’s fully coated.

3. Pour the salsa on top, covering the chicken completely.

4. Cover and cook on low for about 4 hours, or until the chicken is tender and easy to shred.

5. Transfer the chicken to a plate or cutting board and shred, using two forks.

6. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir, until everything is well combined.

7. Spoon the salsa chicken into warm tortillas and add your favorite taco toppings before serving.

These Crockpot Salsa Chicken Tacos are simple, filling, and great for busy nights. The slow cooker keeps the prep easy while the salsa adds plenty of flavor to the chicken. Load them up with your favorite toppings and dinner is ready with very little effort.

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Crockpot Salsa Chicken Tacos

Make flavorful Crockpot Salsa Chicken Tacos with just a few simple ingredients. An easy slow cooker taco recipe perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

Prep Time10

Total Time4 10

Course: Main Course

Servings: 4

Author: Carol

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
16 oz jar chunky salsa
½ oz half packet taco seasoning
Flour tortillas
Toppings (we used cheese, tomatoes, and cilantro)

Instructions

Place the chicken breasts in an even layer in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the chicken so it’s fully coated.
Pour the salsa on top, covering the chicken completely.
Cover and cook on low for about 4 hours, or until the chicken is tender and easy to shred.
Transfer the chicken to a plate or cutting board and shred, using two forks.
Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir, until everything is well combined.
Spoon the salsa chicken into warm tortillas and add your favorite taco toppings before serving.