Imagine coming home to a kitchen filled with the mouthwatering aroma of tender, perfectly seasoned chicken, ready to be transformed into the most incredible tacos you've ever tasted. This Crockpot Chicken Tacos with Pineapple Salsa recipe is about to become your new obsession – a magical combination of easy preparation and bold, tropical flavors that will transport you straight to a beachside Mexican cantina with just one bite!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 6 hrs
Total Time: 6 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breasts
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 8 corn tortillas
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker, ensuring they are evenly spread out.
- Sprinkle the entire packet of taco seasoning over the chicken breasts, coating them thoroughly.
- Pour chicken broth around the chicken, being careful not to wash off the seasoning from the meat.
- Cover the slow cooker and set to low heat. Cook for 6 hours or until chicken is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- While chicken is cooking, prepare the pineapple salsa by combining diced pineapple, finely chopped red onion, and chopped cilantro in a bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Once chicken is cooked, use two forks to shred the meat completely within the slow cooker, mixing it with the remaining cooking liquid.
- Warm corn tortillas in a skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
- Fill each tortilla with shredded chicken and top generously with the fresh pineapple salsa.
- Serve immediately, with optional additional garnishes like lime wedges or extra cilantro if desired.
Tips
- For maximum flavor, choose fresh, ripe pineapple for the salsa. The sweeter and juicier, the better!
- Don't rush the cooking process. The 6-hour slow cook time is crucial for achieving melt-in-your-mouth chicken that shreds effortlessly.
- If you're short on time, you can use pre-made rotisserie chicken and simply warm it with the taco seasoning.
- For extra moisture, save some of the cooking liquid when shredding the chicken to keep it succulent.
- Want to make it spicier? Add a diced jalapeño to the pineapple salsa or sprinkle some red pepper flakes into the taco seasoning.
- These tacos are incredibly versatile – try them with flour tortillas if you prefer, or even as a salad topping for a low-carb option.
- Prep the pineapple salsa ahead of time to let the flavors meld together, making your tacos even more delicious.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 265kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 34g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 80mg
