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Queso Chicken Tacos

Easy Queso Chicken Tacos for a Flavor-Packed Family Feast

Discover the magic of Queso Chicken Tacos, a comforting Tex-Mex dish perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
For the Queso Sauce
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies Consider using Rotel for extra kick.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Use homemade for a personalized touch.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Greek yogurt can be a lighter substitute.
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Other types like Monterey Jack or pepper jack can spice it up.
  • 0.5 cup Milk or Chicken Broth Vegetable broth is a great vegetarian alternative.
For Assembly
  • 6 pieces Taco Shells or Tortillas Choose between corn or flour.
  • 0.25 cup Chopped Cilantro Skip if cilantro isn’t your thing.
For Topping Options
  • Lettuce
  • Diced Tomatoes
  • Sour Cream
  • Guacamole
  • Salsa

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Add Tomatoes and Seasoning: Pour the can of diced tomatoes and green chilies over the chicken and add taco seasoning.
  3. Incorporate Cream Cheese: Cube and scatter the cream cheese over the mixture.
  4. Top with Cheddar Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over everything in the slow cooker.
  5. Set the Cooking Time: Cover and set to cook on low for 6-8 hours, or high for 3-4 hours.
  6. Shred the Chicken: Use two forks to shred the chicken in the slow cooker.
  7. Adjust Sauce Consistency: Stir in milk or chicken broth to achieve desired thickness.
  8. Add Cilantro for Freshness: Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top.
  9. Let the Mixture Rest: Allow the mixture to sit for 15-20 minutes in the slow cooker.
  10. Serve the Tacos: Warm taco shells or tortillas and spoon the creamy queso chicken mixture into them.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize toppings according to preference for a fun taco night.

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