AniMouse’s Crock Pot Chicken Taco Meat

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 1

AniMouse's Crock Pot Chicken Taco Meat: A Delicious and Easy Dish

by The Chefin Main

Prep

5 min

Cook

4-8 hours

Ready In

4-8 hours

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

250

Sugar

Fat

AniMouse's Crock Pot Chicken Taco Meat is a delicious and easy main dish that is sure to please the whole family. The chicken is cooked in a flavorful mixture of Italian dressing and spices, resulting in tender, mouth-watering meat that's perfect for tacos, burritos, salads, and more. This recipe is a great option for when you're short on time or looking for a low-effort meal, as it only requires a few minutes of prep time before you can set it and forget it in your crock pot. With its bold flavors and versatility, this dish is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation.

Instructions

1.	Place frozen chicken breasts in the crock pot.
2.	In a small mixing bowl, mix together the Italian dressing, chili powder, cumin, and garlic cloves.
3.	Pour the mixture over the chicken breasts, making sure to cover them completely.
4.	Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
5.	Once chicken is cooked through, shred the meat and mix back into the sauce.

PROS

This dish is incredibly easy to make and requires minimal preparation time, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

The chicken is tender and flavorful, with just the right amount of spice.

This recipe makes a large amount, so it’s perfect for meal prep and leftovers.

CONS

Since this recipe does contain a fair amount of sodium, it may not be suitable for individuals on a low-sodium diet.

Some may find the spice level to be too mild or too hot, so it may be necessary to adjust the amount of chili powder and cumin to taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is relatively low in calories and fat while still providing a good amount of protein.
The spices used in this dish, particularly the chili powder and cumin, have been linked to various health benefits such as reducing inflammation and aiding in digestion.
Additionally, using a crock pot to cook meat can make it more tender and retain more nutrients than other cooking methods.

	4 frozen chicken breasts
	8 ounces Italian dressing
	2 tablespoons chili powder
	1 tablespoon cumin
	3 garlic cloves , I use the bottle