Perfectly seasoned chicken is slow cooked, then made crispy in the oven for easy, flavorful Whole30 Slow Cooker Crispy Chicken Tacos.
Whole30 Slow Cooker Crispy Chicken Tacos
Have you tried the recipe for Creamy Tomatillo Avocado Salsa? If not, then I am going to give you the perfect reason to try it!
These Whole30 slow cooker crispy chicken tacos are delicious all by themselves. However, once topped off with a spicy and creamy salsa they are elevated to a whole new level of deliciousness!
Tacos have to be one of my favorite dishes, and not just one specific type either. That's the beauty of this Mexican dish, the possibilities are endless and so good.
In Mexico, traditional tacos are served on soft warm corn tortillas, filled with a mouthwatering, skillfully prepared meat, then topped with a fresh salsa.
These Whole30 slow cooker crispy chicken tacos deviate a bit from the traditional since I served the meat on lettuce leaves. However, this is an optional way to serve them for those who are on Whole30.
When I created this recipe I also tried the chicken on corn tortillas and it was just as good. Honestly it was better, but that might just be my preference since I have an obsession with tortillas.
Ultimately the way you serve them is up to you, but I think you will love them either way.
How to Make Slow Cooker Crispy Chicken Tacos
Slow Cooking
To begin, add 1 ½ to 2 pounds of boneless and skinless chicken breasts or thighs to your slow cooker.
Then mix together adobo, salt, pepper, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano and chili powder. If you are on Whole30, check the ingredients of your adobo to make sure it is compliant or omit it if it is not.
Add the juice of 3 limes and 1 ½ cups of water or chicken broth to the mixture. Pour this mixture on top of the chicken in the slow cooker.
Stir everything together to make sure the chicken is coated with the spices on all sides. Then add a chopped jalapeño on top.
Cook for 4 hours until chicken is tender and easy to shred.
Broiling
Once the chicken is done cooking, turn your oven to broil.
Take the chicken out of the slow cooker and shred. It will be tender enough to pull apart with two forks. Our you can also use this handy meat shredder.
Next, cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick spray or olive oil.
Place the chicken on the baking sheet. Spread out into one even layer.
Pour about ¼ cup of the liquid from the slow cooker on top of the chicken.
Place the baking sheet in the oven. Let it broil for about 5 minutes until the chicken starts getting crispy.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and pour another ¼ cup of liquid over the chicken and give it a quick toss.
Then, place the baking sheet back in the broiler for another 3-5 minutes until the chicken is crispy and golden.
To Serve
Like I said earlier, you can serve the crispy shredded chicken on warm corn tortillas or lettuce leaves for a Whole30 compliant version.
These tacos are great topped off with a simple and healthy pico de gallo or a creamy tomatillo avocado salsa. I used both because I was looking for some extra heat and I was very pleased!
There you have it, Whole30 slow cooker crispy chicken tacos for an easy and healthy dinner or to satisfy your next taco craving.
I hope you enjoy!
Please leave me a comment below if you make this or tag me on Instagram @everydaylatina.
Recipe
Whole30 Slow Cooker Crispy Chicken Tacos
Ingredients
- 1 ½ - 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 teaspoon adobo (see notes)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoon onion powder
- 3 limes
- 1 ½ cups water or chicken broth
- 1 jalapeño
Instructions
- Add chicken to the slow cooker.
- In a separate bowl, mix together adobo*, salt, pepper, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and chili powder.
- Add the juice of 3 limes and 1 ½ cups of water or chicken broth to the mixture. Pour this mixture on top of the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Stir everything together to make sure the chicken is coated with the spices on all sides.
- Chop the jalapeño and add it on top of the chicken.
- Cook for 4 hours until chicken is tender and easy to shred. Once the chicken is done cooking, turn your oven to broil.*
- Take the chicken out of the slow cooker and shred. It will be tender enough to pull apart with two forks.
- Next, cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick spray or olive oil. Place the chicken on the baking sheet. Spread out into one even layer.
- Pour about ¼ cup of the liquid from the slow cooker on top of the chicken.
- Place the baking sheet in the oven. Let it broil for about 5 minutes until the chicken starts getting crispy. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and pour another ¼ cup of liquid over the chicken and give it a quick toss.
- Then, place the baking sheet back in the broiler for another 3-5 minutes until the chicken is crispy and golden.
- Serve on warm corn tortillas or lettuce leaves for a Whole30 compliant version. Top with pico de gallo or creamy tomatillo avocado salsa.
Notes
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Yadira Zapata
Hi! Is it 4 hours in the slow cooker on high or on low?
Thank you!
everydaylatina
Hi, it is 4 hours on high.
Kathryn Felgenhauer
Absolutely delicious - YUM! I have avocados growing in my yard just now so the salsa recipe is enticing!
everydaylatina
You have to try it, I bet it is even better with homegrown avocados!
Michele Vadnais
Your food always sounds amazing! Growing up in Texas I have a taco obsession too!
everydaylatina
Thank you so much! Tacos are just so good!
Jeremee Duncan
I have to try this!! They look delicious!!
everydaylatina
Thank you, I hope you do. The crispy chicken is even great over a salad.
Margaret Jackson
Looks like a great recipe! Printing! I've done the Whole 30 a couple of years ago and never felt better!
everydaylatina
Oh good, I hope you like it! Isn't crazy what a difference the Whole30 makes? My husband and I are planning another round at the beginning of the year.
Angela Greven
Oh, girl now these look good and that salsa is right up my alley too! Mexican fare is always so bright and fresh, a favorite here too. Thanks for the great idea! ☺️
everydaylatina
You will love these, especially with the salsa. It is a must, and it makes a good amount so you can have salsa to use for other dishes.
Kelli Smith
This looks amazing! I love your blog and your recipes for healthy Mexican food. I'll be trying these out this week!
everydaylatina
Oh good, let me know how you like them. I just had them again last night and that crispiness really is a game changer.
Tracy Foster
These look fantastic! I just printed the recipe. My Mom and oldest son are flying in for a couple weeks for Christmas. This will be a perfect recipe to try while they are here! Thank you.
everydaylatina
That's great! I hope you all love it.
Amy @ Orison Orchards
These look amazing! Your pico and your creamy avocado tomatillo salsa sound to die for! Thanks for the awesome recipe!
everydaylatina
Thank you! I hope you try them out.
Lily
You had me at slow cooker tacos! Putting the chicken in the broiler is genius! Making it crispy really adds nice textures to the meal. I’m always looking for good slow cooker recipes. Your pictures look soo delicious!
everydaylatina
Yes I agree. I like the taste of the chicken when it comes out of the slow cooker, but putting it under the broiler adds such a great texture.
jenna | the urben life
These look awesome and perfect for Taco Tuesday!! I need to try that creamy tomatillo avocado salsa 🙂 YUM!
everydaylatina
The salsa is so good and would go great with so many different types of tacos.
Ina @ Crafty For Home
Slow cooker chicken always the best texture when shred it. And it is spicy food, my kind of meal.
everydaylatina
I know, I love how tender chicken comes out of the slow cooker.