Crock Pot Chicken Tacos
Crock Pot Chicken Tacos
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These Crock Pot Chicken Tacos are one of my favorite recipes! I am amazed at how simple these are yet they taste fabulous. If you’re looking for a simple yet oh so yummy meal then this is definitely the one for you!
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Ingredients
- 1 package of Corn tortillas - we are going to cook these, they turn out so much better this way!
- 1 package of 1 oz Taco Seasoning packet
- 1 package of 1 oz Ranch seasoning packet
- 6 chicken breasts
- 1 can of Chicken broth
- 1 can of Chicken or Turkey Gravy
- 1/2 can water (when I say can I am talking about the gravy can, fill it halfway with water)
- Vegetable oil to cook tacos
- Sour cream and cheese (optional - for tacos)
- Any toppings you want in your tacos (lettuce, tomato) We like them plain jane around here!
Instructions
- Add Taco seasoning, Ranch seasoning, chicken broth, water and gravy to crock pot and whisk together
- Place chicken in crock pot
- Cook on medium-high for 3 hours
- Shred Chicken with forks and place shredded chicken back in the crock-pot
- Let the chicken soak up the yummy juice in crock-pot for about 45 minutes.
- Cooking the Taco shells:
- Fill a shallow pan with Vegetable oil and let heat up
- Place corn tortillas in the pan and as soon as they start bubbling up, fold in half with tongs
- Cook for about 30 - 40 seconds until crispy (not too crispy) and lay on a plate with napkins to absorb oil
- You can add sour cream, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, ranch and more to your tacos...I personally like them with sour cream and hubby liked them with BBQ sauce!
- Enjoy!
Ingredients:
1 package of Corn tortillas – we are going to cook these, they turn out so much better this way!
1 package of 1 oz Taco Seasoning packet
1 package of 1 oz Ranch seasoning packet
6 chicken breasts
1 can of Chicken broth
1 can of Chicken or Turkey Gravy
1/2 can water (when I say can I am talking about the gravy can, fill it halfway with water)
Vegetable oil to cook tacos
Sour cream and cheese (optional – for tacos)
Any toppings you want in your tacos (lettuce, tomato) We like them plain jane around here!
Directions:
Add Taco seasoning, Ranch seasoning, chicken broth, water and gravy to crock pot and whisk together
Place chicken in crock pot
Cook on medium-high for 3 hours
Shred Chicken with forks and place shredded chicken back in the crock-pot
Let the chicken soak up the yummy juice in crock-pot for about 45 minutes.
Cooking the Taco shells:
Fill a shallow pan with Vegetable oil and let heat up
Place corn tortillas in the pan and as soon as they start bubbling up, fold in half with tongs
Cook for about 30 – 40 seconds until crispy (not too crispy) and lay on a plate with napkins to absorb oil
You can add sour cream, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, ranch and more to your tacos…I personally like them with sour cream and hubby liked them with BBQ sauce!
Enjoy!
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Sheri says
March 25, 2012 at 1:27 pmHere’s an even easier and cheaper way: Put the frozen breasts in with a jar of salsa and let it cook all day. Comes out delicious!
Vickie says
March 25, 2012 at 1:41 pmI did these last weekend; used WalMart black bean and corn salsa and a can of black beans. They were GREAT!!!
jennifer says
July 20, 2012 at 11:18 amsheri, so you just put the chicken and salsa in there and let it cooked all day. Do you cut up the chicken after it done?
Katie says
March 25, 2012 at 1:34 pmthank you looks delicious an so easy deffinitly gonna try this : )
Sara Munoz says
March 25, 2012 at 1:41 pmI personally love using chicken thighs in my crockpot. VERY inexpensive, and easy. There is basically just one flap of skin & fat to pull off (before or after cooking), and one bone that falls out while cooking. With this recipe, I would remove skin beforehand, or leave on and omit broth.
Raining Hot Coupons says
March 25, 2012 at 2:15 pmOh good to know! Thanks Sara! I will definitely try that next time. =)
Sherie says
August 17, 2018 at 6:33 amWhy not just buy boneless, skinless chicken thighs? You can get a large bag at Costco for little money.
brittany Atkins says
March 25, 2012 at 2:49 pmWhat gravy do you use? Chicken or Turkey and does this make it taste funny? I am weird about gravy
Raining Hot Coupons says
March 25, 2012 at 7:36 pmHi Brittany, I used Turkey! I couldn’t taste it really but I think it add a little flavor. =) Everything tasted good so hopefully you like it.
Steph R says
March 25, 2012 at 3:10 pmThese look amazing! My husband recently discovered he loves ranch, so this would be perfect! Im going to add this to our menu for this week coming!
DD says
March 26, 2012 at 3:50 amPLEASE, NEVER EVER PUT FROZEN MEAT IN THE CROCKPOT TO COOK NO MATTER WHAT RECIPES SAY.
FOODBORN PATHOGENS MULTIPLY DURING THE FROZEN & RAW STATE TO COOKED AT THE LOW CROCKPOT TEMPS.
CHECK OUT FOOD SAFETY PER FDA.
stacy says
March 26, 2012 at 8:46 amDo you by chance have a link to that? I dont use a crockpot but i do bake frozen chicken in the oven and i havent ever died. Luck?
Sunny says
April 10, 2012 at 7:29 amLOL, Stacy!
Sarah Leslee says
June 23, 2012 at 5:30 pmYes, the USDA says not to cook frozen meat in a slow cooker before defrosting but it’s considered “safe” to do so in a hot oven of 350 or so.
That said, as long as everything is cooked to 165 on a thermometer, the chances of any bacteria surviving are very low. Bring it to a boil for minute or two and you all but guaranteed victory against the cooties. Take extra care with vulnerable populations like the very young, elderly and immune compromised.
That said, very few people worried about frozen chicken boobs don’t find their fingers dipping into raw cookie dough made with eggs or an over easy egg for that matter.
Kim says
May 28, 2012 at 4:01 pmI have always used frozen chicken in the crock pot and no one in my family has ever become sick from cooking that way. Is there a link that you would recommend that references this info?
Brittany Pruett says
August 23, 2012 at 2:42 pmI’m actually in a food safety class at my school right now. The problem with it is, that your food stays at an unhealthy temp for too long (while the outside heats the inside is still frozen). It’s really no different than laying a frozen chicken on the counter for 4 hours. It tell more on most websites, just google food safety.
Jan Carleh says
November 22, 2014 at 4:21 pmFor many years, I have cooked frozen chicken breasts in my slowcooker (set on low). Never had a problem with anyone getting sick!
Jessica says
March 26, 2012 at 12:55 pmI would love to try this. It looks delicious. However… my son is a vegitarian and I am learning how to use the Morning Star chicken and crumbles. I don’t think I have it down so I was wondering if anyone had suggestions on how to turn this into a delicious vegitarian meal? 🙂
Amanda says
June 16, 2013 at 3:08 pmI use black bean veggie burgers, crumbled up and seasoned for a veggie taco.
jerika says
March 26, 2012 at 2:32 pmwhat I do (im a vegetarian and my boyfriend is a meat and potatoes kind of guy) is I would make that in the crockpot and then before that is done I will make morningstar crumbles on the stovetop. what you can do is add a bit of salsa, mexican seasonings and even some blackbeans so everyone can be happy. (Yes i know its a hassle but he hates meat substitutes >.<)
jerika says
March 26, 2012 at 2:34 pmOr use Gardein (the greatest meat substiture for vegetarians) they have shreded bbq chicken and regular chicken that you can use instead!! seriously it tastes amazing! their beefless burgers imo are better than cow ones!
Sherie says
August 17, 2018 at 6:41 amWhere can you buy Gardien?
Carole says
March 27, 2012 at 5:04 pmSome cookbooks suggest that frozen poultry thaws and is held at a dangerously low temperature when cooking in a Crock-Pot. Bacteria in raw chicken multiplies between 40 degrees and 140 degrees Fahrenheit. A cooking temperature of 160 degrees should be achieved to safely cook chicken. Slow cookers set to the “low” setting that cook at a minimum temperature of 160 degrees and 200 degrees on “high” will safely thaw and heat chicken for long-term cooking
Brittany Pruett says
August 23, 2012 at 2:43 pm*this^^^
Tonya Forsmann says
March 27, 2012 at 6:42 pmGreat recipe. I made this for dinner and everyone loved it.
Jessica says
March 28, 2012 at 9:49 amThank you for the suggestions. 🙂
Nichole says
April 1, 2012 at 3:19 pmHad this tonight and it was awesome! Thank you!
brittany Atkins says
April 1, 2012 at 6:54 pmWe loved it!! I made them tonight and used the frozen chicken. I also used the chicken gravy, Sarah did you use turkey cause that is what you had or do you like it better than chicken?
Raining Hot Coupons says
April 24, 2013 at 8:40 pmHi Brittany! I actually did just use turkey because it’s what I had but honestly I am pretty sure either one would be perfect. =)
Dina says
July 19, 2018 at 8:41 pmHow many servings does it make?
Susan says
April 9, 2012 at 4:38 pmI have an easier version and it’s awesome. Chicken Breasts, a large jar of salsa, a packet or two or taco seasoning and some dried jalapenos. Throw it all together and cook.
Misty says
February 4, 2014 at 1:01 pmMisty
this is how i do mine and my family loves them! i use a jar of salsa verde 🙂
Amanda Gehman says
April 9, 2012 at 5:12 pmThank you so much. This sounds delicious and will be for dinner tomorrow night. 1 question… above you said 1 can of chicken broth but the picture shows 2 cans… lol.
brandy says
April 9, 2012 at 6:22 pmOMG! This was so good and so easy… my husband said this was one of the best things he has ever tasted. Thanks so much for the receipe!!!
Sarah says
April 9, 2012 at 11:27 pmReally, TWO packets of Taco Seasoning and TWO of Ranch? Its not “too much” ? I love the sound of it all, but I would think one packet of each would be sufficient… I was just wondering… its not too salty or to overwhelming in taste with 2 of each packet? Thanks 🙂
Raining Hot Coupons says
April 24, 2013 at 8:41 pmYou know, you could definitely do just 1 packet and it would be good and a little less salty. =)
Katherine says
November 6, 2013 at 7:15 pmCan you post the old recipe? It didn’t used to have water.
Sarah Gibbons says
November 6, 2013 at 7:27 pmHi Katherine! This is the same recipe…I never changed it. =)
Katherine says
November 6, 2013 at 7:30 pmWas it just the seasonings that changed?
Kimberli Ray says
October 8, 2013 at 3:21 pmIt only says to use one packet each. This is in my crock pot right now for dinner tonight.
Chrissy says
April 10, 2012 at 12:18 pmI’m doing this right now! I chose to go a cheaper way and make the broth (throwing chicken buillion cubes in with water) and just used a gravy packet. I love chicken tacos and am hoping this turns out well!
Faith says
April 10, 2012 at 12:46 pmLove this, makes for a cheap and easy dinner, thanks for sharing 🙂
elizabeth says
April 10, 2012 at 3:09 pmTrying this tonight! I didn’t have gravy so I put in a can of cream of chicken soup. It looks and smells amazing . I hope it turns out as good as it looks.
Raining Hot Coupons says
April 24, 2013 at 8:42 pmOh I bet that will taste just as good!!
elizabeth says
April 10, 2012 at 6:03 pmOh yes it was amazing with the deep fried taco shells . Making nanchos w the left overs tomorrow. Thanks for the amazing recipe.
nathalie says
April 11, 2012 at 4:16 pmMaking this right now almost done can’t wait! Thanks love your recipes page.. I literally never used my crock pot till today love it!
debbie says
April 12, 2012 at 10:52 amDo you use 1 can of broth or 2, you put 2 cans in the picture but said to use 1 ???
michael wrotny says
April 13, 2012 at 5:47 pmWay to salty for me made it today and man way to much salt.
Kim says
May 28, 2012 at 4:03 pmIt may be the type of gravy and broth that you are using. Check the sodium content. That may help.
Kristy Cobb says
October 11, 2012 at 6:13 amI made this last night and my husband and I were both overwhelmed with salt. I even used the low sodium chicken broth. I’m thinking maybe 2 packets of taco seasoning and 2 packets of ranch are way too much.
Raining Hot Coupons says
April 24, 2013 at 8:43 pmYes you could definitely cut back to 1 packet of each so it will be less salty and I’m sure it would still be tasty. =)
Kelly Hendel says
April 16, 2012 at 10:58 amJust put everything in the crockpot for this recipe. Can’t wait til its done! Looks like it makes a lot which is good since I have 3 growing boys and a hungry husband to feed!
Kelly Hendel says
April 18, 2012 at 5:44 pmThis was delicious! But have to agree with the previous poster…it was a little too salty for my taste. I think that would be easily fixed by using the low-sodium version of the seasoning and broth.
Definitely a make again recipe!
Rosella says
June 23, 2012 at 2:47 pmHi Sarah,
I wanted to let you know I tried this recipe and it was delicious thanks for sharing it. 🙂
Nikki Turner says
June 23, 2012 at 5:28 pmThis sounds so good. I make an easy taco recipe with frozen chicken breast, taco seasoning, Rotel or salsa. It is so easy & delicious!! I use flour tortillas, black or pinto beans, sour cream & cheese. Even my picky 8 year old will eat it!!
Meghan says
June 23, 2012 at 5:33 pmIs there a variation for pork? this sounds like it would make some epic carnitas
Heather says
June 23, 2012 at 8:00 pmWhat size gravy did you use? It is the small jars??
Debra Needles says
June 23, 2012 at 10:54 pmI cook frozen meat on high in my crock all the tine.I also eat raw cookie dough : ) I am a rebel I guess. thanks for the yummy ideas!!!
DealSeeking4you says
June 26, 2012 at 8:08 pmHi Sarah,
I just wanted to let you know that we tried this recipe and it was YUMMY!!!!!!! Thanks for sharing
Debi Booth says
June 27, 2012 at 1:17 amThis recipe looks so yummy…like yum yum yummy…lol
And seems so easy to make. my family looves tacos with chicken..I want to try this one…was wondering if you could sub the Ranch dressing for bottle dressing…might give that a try and let you know…Ty for yummy recipes =)
Jaime says
August 4, 2012 at 9:02 pmDo you think you could cook the chicken on low for 8 hours instead of on high for 3-4?
Debra Needles says
August 5, 2012 at 8:40 amI do it on high for an hour or two and then change it to low…cook it for about six hours. Haven’t tried eight, but you could.
Susan Ayers says
August 19, 2012 at 10:51 amMy question is how would this work as, say an enchilada stuffing?
dana clark says
January 23, 2013 at 11:34 amI have been making this for yrs I guess u could say I’m the crockpot dinner guru, i use mine so often that we just call it the magic pot in my house cuz no matter what you put in it it comes out great…. anyways back to your question… I make large batches of this n freeze it in 1 pound pkgs cuz it does make great enchiladas also you can just warm the tortillias (no oil) and serve with chopped cilantro and onion with lime wedges for street taco’s, and they are just amazing. also makes great chicken taco salads, just sayin lol. also when I make mine I just put frozen chicken rotel tomatoes a little water and the taco packets, its a little cheaper
dana clark says
January 23, 2013 at 11:36 amyou can also do this with a pork loin
Raining Hot Coupons says
April 24, 2013 at 8:36 pmYou know what, I bet that would work out perfectly!! I may have to try that one day. Thanks for the idea. =)
Bernie says
August 20, 2012 at 10:45 amTried this last night and it was great!!! My dad wants to turn the left overs into taco soup!!!
Raining Hot Coupons says
April 24, 2013 at 8:36 pmOh yummy, what a great idea Bernie! I will have to try that next time.
Danielle says
September 3, 2012 at 8:34 amMade this last night and the hubby LOVED it! I added a can of original Rotel Tomatoes and it turned out great!! My daughter (3) loved it as well!! So family approved and yet so easy to do..thanks again for the recipe!! 😉
Raining Hot Coupons says
April 24, 2013 at 8:35 pmYou are so very welcome…love that idea!
Michelle Bryant says
October 8, 2012 at 8:04 pmNever fry when you can bake! I put my small tortillas in my toaster oven. put them drapped over and through 2-3 of the rack wires depending on how big you want and toast them when you take them out they are just like the stand alone taco shells you buy in the kits.
Raining Hot Coupons says
April 24, 2013 at 8:35 pmHi Michelle! I know…..baking is definitely healthier and I love this alternative! =)
wendy says
October 11, 2012 at 11:51 amthanks you for sharing this, i made it for dinner last night and it was a hit!!!! my husband even took it for left overs today for lunch. I didnt use the frozen chicken, but i cooked it the same time. :0)
Nicole P says
October 21, 2012 at 6:35 amAnother great cheap and easy way of making chicken tacos that are delishhhhh is using 2 large chicken breasts (I usually pick these up at Sam’s) and 1 pack of taco seasoning along with a half a jar of salsa let it cook for 6-7 hours on low so YUMMY! I make the Pionner woman’s restraunt style salsa so this is the kind that I use 😉 I’ve made taco soup, chicken and pineapple quesadillas, enchiladas and nachos with the leftovers before.
jamie bonifant says
December 19, 2012 at 9:32 ammade this last night very yummy hubby liked it too and he is hard to please . thanks for the recipe
Raining Hot Coupons says
April 24, 2013 at 8:34 pmNo problem! My hubby is the same way and he loves these too.
Casey says
March 18, 2013 at 4:30 pmI made this tonight, after my husband’s daughter made them for him. I felt the meat was a bit salty, will use only one packet of ranch next time and perhaps low sodium broth. My family likes fried flour taco shells, and I have been using coconut oil, brushed over each side of the tortillia, then toast/fry them in a pan. I love the idea of making taco filling in the crock pot! My hubby said the house smelled wonderful all day! Thanks for the recipe.
Lauren says
March 28, 2013 at 4:14 pmThis is SUPER tasty, thank you! Didn’t have a can of gravy so just added a little extra broth & a few spoonfuls of cream of mushroom soup. Keeper!
Raining Hot Coupons says
April 24, 2013 at 8:34 pmOh good idea! =) Sounds yummy!
Jill says
April 24, 2013 at 10:28 pmThis is going on my list of “Must Try Recipes”. My hubby is weird about any kind of Mexican food. He usually only likes quesadillas and sometimes he likes tacos. I just showed him these and he thinks they look great. I have the green light to give them a try. It is so hard to cook for someone who is so picky, so I can’t wait to whip some up.
Angie says
April 26, 2013 at 2:16 pmTrying this tonight!
Simone says
July 9, 2013 at 7:16 pmYour recipe says to use corn tortilla but in the picture above it looks like they are flour tortillas. Did you use the corn or flour tortillas in the above pic? I love flour tortilla when you fry them and they puff up a little. Corn tortilla are a little chewier. Hubby prefers corn & I prefer flour. lol Just curious which you used. 🙂
Jen says
October 8, 2013 at 11:11 pmI used flour! Perfect!
Bonnie says
September 13, 2013 at 10:46 pmI made this recipe and my husband is super picky that I can’t stand it yet he loved the chicken tacos!! Thank God I have another recipe I can add to our menu! I didn’t have any salsa so I put 2 8oz cans of unsalted tomato sauce and it came out delish!
amanda says
September 15, 2013 at 2:50 pmSuper yummy but I just keep the corn tortillas as is no bake or fried, having a mexican husband thats how we roll haha so good thanks for the recipe oh and don’t forget the cilantro on top yuuuuuum
Jen says
October 8, 2013 at 11:09 pmSo delicious! I used two cans of broth, two cans of chicken gravy, 6 chicken breasts, and one each of ranch mix and taco mix. The fried tortillas is the best thing I have done in a long time! This turned out so delicious! The “medium-heat” threw me for a loop since my crockpot only has low and high, so I did an hour on low and 2 on high, turned out perfect!!! Thankyou!!!
Jen says
October 8, 2013 at 11:10 pmOh! And, have a pair if kitchen scissors near by to pop the air pockets in the tortillas when you are frying! Mine would have blown up without them lol!
Sarah Gibbons says
November 6, 2013 at 7:27 pmGreat Idea! Sometimes I will stab them with my flipper! =)
Michele says
October 22, 2013 at 8:38 pmI actually cooked this on the stove (in a bit of a rush). My family loved the tacos – absolutely yummy. My husband ate 5 ….. the fried tortillas were the best. My daughter ate the fried tortillas solo… Great recipe
Lauren Harshman says
April 9, 2014 at 6:07 pmCan you use regular tortillas???
Kandis says
June 18, 2014 at 1:00 pmWas curious about how many tacos this can make on average? I am most likely going to make a LARGE batch for a “fiesta” party.
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Shelby says
April 10, 2017 at 5:46 pmI have made these tacos about 5 times already and my kids love them! I have found that the sauce is runny, but also, my kids are so excited to eat them that they don’t want to wait another 45 minutes. I thickened the sauce with flour and cold water (make into paste) and it turns out wonderful!