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Slow Cooker Chicken Queso Tacos

Elina James
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken Queso Filling
  • 1 ½ lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) salsa (mild, medium, or spicy)
  • 1 can (10 oz / 283g) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chiles (undrained)
  • 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning mix (or homemade mix – see tips)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 2 cups (200g) shredded Mexican blend cheese (or cheddar + Monterey Jack)
  • 1 cup (100g) shredded Pepper Jack cheese (optional, for extra heat)
  • 1 (8 oz / 225g) block cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For Serving
  • Soft flour or corn tortillas
  • Chopped cilantro
  • Lime wedges
  • Diced avocado or guacamole
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Jalapeño slices
  • Sour cream

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prep the Chicken : Pat the chicken dry and season both sides lightly with salt and pepper. This helps lock in flavor as it cooks.
  • Step 2: Load the Slow Cooker : Add the salsa, Rotel, and taco seasoning to the bottom of your slow cooker. Place the chicken on top, then scatter the cream cheese cubes evenly over the chicken.
  • Step 3: Slow Cook : Cover and cook on Low for 4–6 hours or High for 2–3 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender enough to shred easily.
  • Step 4: Shred the Chicken : Remove the chicken to a cutting board and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
  • Step 5: Add the Cheese u0026 Cream : Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheeses (Mexican blend and Pepper Jack). Mix well until the cheeses melt into a smooth, creamy queso sauce that coats the chicken beautifully.
  • Step 6: Adjust Seasoning : Taste and adjust with extra salt, pepper, or taco seasoning if needed.
  • Step 7: Assemble the Tacos : Warm your tortillas, then spoon the cheesy chicken mixture into each one. Top with fresh cilantro, avocado, tomatoes, jalapeños, and a squeeze of lime.