Slow Cooker Tacos
Slow Cooker Tacos are a delicious, effortless meal that brings the flavors of Mexico to your table. With tender, seasoned meat slow-cooked to perfection, these tacos are bursting with flavor and ready for you to customize with your favorite toppings. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, everyone can create their own taco masterpiece. The harmonious blend of spices and fresh ingredients makes this dish an instant hit!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs or beef chuck roast
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup fresh bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup fresh cilantro
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 avocado, sliced
Instructions
- Season the meat with chili powder and cumin.
- Sauté minced garlic and chopped bell peppers in a skillet over medium heat until softened (about 3 minutes).
- Place the seasoned meat in the slow cooker, top with sautéed veggies, and pour in chicken broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
- Shred the meat in the slow cooker with two forks and mix well.
- Serve with warm tortillas and toppings of your choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg