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Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken Tacos Recipe

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4.4 from 9 reviews

This Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken Tacos recipe offers a flavorful and effortless way to prepare tender, shredded chicken infused with zesty ranch and taco seasoning. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish comes together in a slow cooker, resulting in juicy chicken that’s ready to be piled high in tortillas and topped with fresh avocado, tomatoes, cilantro, and creamy ranch dressing for a delicious Mexican-inspired meal.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes (high) or 6 hours 10 minutes (low)
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Chicken and Seasoning

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 package taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
  • 1 package ranch dressing powder (about 1 oz)
  • 1 cup chicken broth

For Serving

  • Tortillas (soft flour or corn, as preferred)
  • 1 avocado, sliced or diced
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
  • Ranch dressing, for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Add the Chicken to the Slow Cooker: Place 2 pounds of boneless skinless chicken breasts into the bottom of your slow cooker, arranging them in an even layer for consistent cooking.
  2. Season the Chicken: Sprinkle 1 package of taco seasoning and 1 package of ranch dressing powder evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring all pieces are well coated with the flavorful spices.
  3. Add Chicken Broth: Pour 1 cup of chicken broth over the seasoned chicken to provide moisture and help infuse the flavors during cooking.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 4 hours. This slow cooking process will make the chicken tender and easy to shred.
  5. Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks until the pieces are fine and manageable to serve.
  6. Assemble the Tacos: Warm the tortillas and fill each with a generous serving of shredded chicken. Top with sliced avocado, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and a drizzle of ranch dressing as desired for extra flavor and creaminess.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the chicken before cooking.
  • Can be made ahead and refrigerated; the flavors intensify after resting overnight.
  • Use gluten-free tortillas to make this recipe suitable for gluten-free diets.
  • Leftover shredded chicken works great in salads, quesadillas, or burrito bowls.
  • To save time in the morning, prep all ingredients the night before and start the slow cooker when ready.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours (high) or 6 hours (low)
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/slow-cooker-ranch-chicken-tacos-recipe/