Healthy Chicken Tacos for the Crock Pot

March 11, 2016

I also love “dump and cook” chicken crock pot recipes. “Dump and cook” is my affectionate term for crock pot recipes that require very little preparation but still produce tasty results. This recipe for chicken tacos meets both requirements. As an added bonus, it eliminates the high sodium levels and mystery ingredients found in taco seasoning packets making them a healthy dinner choice.

1 – 2.5 lbs bag of frozen chicken tenders or boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 Tbsp. chili powder
2 tsp cumin
1 tsp garlic or onion powder (not salt)
¼ tsp oregano

Place (aka dump) the frozen chicken into the crockpot. Do not thaw! Dump the spices onto the chicken. Cook on high for 5-6 hours or low for 8-9 hours Stir to combine spices, shred chicken in crock pot Serve...
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Nutritions

Calories
73

Sodium
99mg
4% DV

Fat
1g
2% DV

Protein
12g
24% DV

Carbs
1g
0% DV

Fiber
1g
5% DV