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VIDEO: How to Make the Best Shredded Chicken

November 1, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

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Recipe: Best Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken Tacos

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Best Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken

These are seriously good, and the whole family will love them! This chicken is also delightful on salad greens too 🙂
Prep Time10 minutes minutes
Cook Time6 hours hours
Servings - 4 servings

Ingredients 

  • 3 large boneless chicken breasts
  • 3 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp cumin
  • 1 Tbsp chili powder
  • 1/3 cup red salsa s red salsa
  • 4 oz. green chiles s green chiles
  • Salt and pepper
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • Garnish: - pico de gallo

Instructions

  • Add the chicken breasts and add the brown sugar, cumin, chili powder, red salsa and green chilies over the top. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Set on low and cook for 8 hours.
  • Once cooked, use 2 forks and shred the chicken into the sauce.
  • Prepare the salad.
  • Serve Slow Cooker Best Shredded Chicken Tacos with pico de gallo garnish and a side salad.
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