Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Tacos

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-01 · Updated 2026-04-01

Tender shredded chicken simmered in a smoky tomato-chipotle sauce, served in warm tortillas with fresh toppings. This Mexican-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 80 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, taco seasoning, dried oregano for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp taco seasoning
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 can (28 oz) chopped tomatoes
• 1 medium onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lime
• 8 corn tortillas

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced onion and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté 5 minutes until softened.
2. Step 2: Add 2 tbsp taco seasoning and 1 tsp dried oregano. Stir 1 minute until fragrant. Add 2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo and 1 can chopped tomatoes. Cook 5 minutes until thickened.
3. Step 3: Transfer mixture to a slow cooker. Add 2 lbs chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender and falling apart.
4. Step 4: Shred chicken with two forks. Stir to combine with sauce. Squeeze juice of 1 lime over the top.
5. Step 5: Warm 8 corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Serve with shredded chicken, avocado slices, and cilantro.