Queso Chicken Tacos
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
6 hrs 15 mins
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Total Time
6 hrs 25 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
531 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Queso Chicken Tacos
Description
Queso Chicken Tacos combine slow-cooked shredded chicken with a creamy salsa con queso sauce for a rich taco filling. The chicken breasts cook gently with taco seasoning and diced tomatoes blended with mild green chiles, infusing the meat with savory and slightly spicy flavors. Once tender, the chicken is shredded and stirred into the cheese sauce to create a smooth, flavorful mixture.
The cooking method ensures the chicken stays moist while absorbing the flavors from the seasoning and tomatoes. Wrapped in soft flour tortillas, these tacos are satisfying and versatile, suitable for casual dinners or gatherings where guests can add their preferred toppings.
Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated, making this filling convenient for meal prep or quick snacks. You can serve these tacos with classic accompaniments such as chopped onions, cilantro, or a squeeze of lime to brighten the taste further.
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breast
- 1 pkg taco seasoning or 2 Tablespoons Homemade Taco Seasoning
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies 10 oz can
- 1 can diced green chiles 4 oz can
- 1 jar salsa con queso 15 oz
- 12-18 flour tortillas small
- Taco Toppings!
Instructions
- Place the chicken, taco seasoning, diced tomatoes and diced green chiles in a crock pot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred the chicken and stir in the Salsa con Queso. Cover and cook on low for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is heated through.
- Serve on the tortillas with your favorite taco toppings and enjoy!
Notes
- Store any leftover chicken mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 531 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 531kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 38g | 76% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 125mg | 42% |
| Sodium | 2284mg | 95% |
| Potassium | 773mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 1120IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 369mg | 37% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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