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SkinnyMS

Slow Cooker Protein Chicken Tacos

Serve these delightful Chicken Tacos at your next family taco night and you will have no complaints.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time4 hours 15 minutes
Total Time4 hours 25 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Kid-Friendly, Slow Cooker
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 382kcal
Author: SkinnyMs.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless and skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 cups salsa no sugar added
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup black beans
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth low-sodium
  • 8 whole-wheat flour tortillas
  • 1 cup romaine lettuce shredded
  • 1 tomato large, diced
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese low-fat, shredded
  • 1/4 cup avocado diced
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt plain

Instructions

  • In slow cooker, add chicken, salsa, cumin, chili powder, corn, black beans, and broth. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours. Remove tender chicken from slow cooker and shred with a fork. Return to slow cooker and cook for another 30 minutes on low or 15 minutes on high.
  • Spoon about 2 tablespoons of shredded chicken into each tortilla. Top with lettuce, tomato, cheese, avocado, and yogurt. Serve and enjoy!
  • OPTIONAL: Substitute corn tortillas for flour, making the taco gluten-free! Jalapenos, onion, guacamole, or any of your favorite taco toppings can be added or substituted.

Nutrition

Calories: 382kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 1237mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 7g |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 11
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SmartPoints (Freestyle): 11
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 11