Recipe

Slow-Cooker Chicken Taco Filling

30 minutes

SERVINGS:4

Ingredients

500g skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 cup reduced salt chicken broth
1 package dry taco seasoning mix

Summary

This simple and delicious slow cooker chicken tacos filling is a great way to prepare lean, tender protein after weight loss surgery. The minimal preparation required makes this chicken tacos recipe perfect for your bariatric meal plan when you want a nourishing meal that is easy to make. Simply mix seasoning with broth, add chicken breasts to the slow cooker, and let it cook on low for 6-8 hours. The resulting juicy, shredded chicken can be used in a variety of soft food stage recipes that are bariatric-friendly. Build tacos, burritos, salads, and more with this versatile crockpot chicken tacos filling. Made with real food ingredients like chicken, broth, and seasoning, the tender softness of this healthy slow cooker chicken recipe makes it a delicious addition to the soft food stage post-op. Prepare a batch of this lean filling on your day off to stock your fridge with ready-to-eat shredded chicken all week long. 

This slow cooker chicken tacos recipe requires minimal hands-on time but yields ample leftovers that you can portion and store in the fridge for easy packed lunches or simple homemade dinners during busy weeks. Pair it with fiber-rich roasted veggies, brown rice, quinoa, or wraps for balanced, satisfying meals. Having this ready-to-use healthy slow cooker chicken on hand makes assembling nutritious soft food meals quick and easy.

Main Benefits

  • Convenience - Easy hands-off cooking with a slow cooker. 
  • High protein - Supports retention of muscle mass. 
  • Bold flavor - Tacos spices add lots of flavor without excess calories.

Method

  • Step 1

    Mix chicken broth and taco seasoning in a bowl.

  • Step 2

    Place chicken breast in slow cooker.

  • Step 3

    Pour broth and seasoning mixture over chicken.

  • Step 4

    Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.

  • Step 5

    Shred chicken.

  • Cook on low for additional 30 minutes to absorb excess juices.

    Cook on low for additional 30 minutes to absorb excess juices.

  • Serve as filling for tacos, topping for a salad or by itself for a protein source.

    Serve as filling for tacos, topping for a salad or by itself for a protein source.