Tender Shredded Chicken Tacos (Print Version)

Flavorful slow-cooked shredded chicken packed with spices and served in warm tortillas.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 pounds bone-in, skinless chicken thighs or drumsticks
02 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Spices

05 - 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
09 - ½ teaspoon salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Sauce

11 - 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes with juices
12 - 1 tablespoon tomato paste
13 - 1 tablespoon lime juice

→ To Serve

14 - 12 small corn or flour tortillas
15 - Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomato, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños, shredded cheese, sour cream, lime wedges

# How to Make It:

01 - Place chicken thighs or drumsticks at the bottom of the slow cooker.
02 - Scatter the finely chopped onion and minced garlic over the chicken.
03 - Combine chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Evenly sprinkle the spice mixture over the chicken and vegetables.
04 - Pour diced tomatoes with juices, tomato paste, and chicken broth over the contents in the cooker.
05 - Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours until the chicken is very tender and shreds easily with a fork.
06 - Remove chicken from the cooker, discard bones, and shred the meat with two forks.
07 - Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker, mix thoroughly with the sauce, then stir in lime juice.
08 - Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
09 - Fill tortillas with shredded chicken and garnish with preferred toppings; serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy prep in a crock-pot for hands-off cooking
  • Perfect for feeding a crowd or busy weeknights
02 -
  • Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option
  • Adjust spice level by adding chipotle or extra chili powder
03 -
  • Add a chopped chipotle pepper for smoky heat
  • Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a lighter version and reduce cooking time
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