Easy 5-Ingredient Crockpot Chicken Tacos with Cream Cheese
A simple and creamy slow cooker chicken taco recipe using just five ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights and casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup jarred salsa
- 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
- 8–10 small tortillas (corn or flour)
Instructions
- Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the chicken.
- Pour the jarred salsa on top, spreading gently to coat the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, add the softened cream cheese in chunks on top of the chicken and stir gently as it melts.
- Shred the chicken using two forks or shredding claws directly in the crockpot and mix thoroughly.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side or microwave wrapped in a damp paper towel for 20-30 seconds.
- Spoon the creamy chicken onto the warmed tortillas and add desired toppings such as lime, cilantro, or avocado.
Notes
Use softened cream cheese to avoid clumps. Add a splash of chicken broth or salsa if chicken seems dry after shredding. Let chicken rest with lid off for a few minutes after shredding to thicken sauce. Warm tortillas before serving for best texture. Adjust seasoning to taste depending on salsa saltiness and heat level.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
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