Bright and Flavorful Chipotle Chicken Tacos

When it comes to weeknight meals filled with fiesta flavors, these Chipotle Chicken Tacos are always a hit. Crowd-pleasing and easy to make!

Tacos are seriously one of my love languages… don’t you feel that we have that in common? I mean, c’mon, who doesn’t love a good taco moment? I’d describe them as tiny little walking “handhelds” sort of item that has a kick of spicy goodness with bright flavors for contrast. Who wouldn’t want to sink their teeth into that? This recipe here is my favorite sweet ‘n spicy version, but I also enjoy these Hot Chicken Dip Wonton Tacos, my Flipped Over Puff Pastry Tacos, and you know you wanna try this platter of Philly Cheesesteak Inspired Tacos.

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INGREDIENTS FOR THIS RECIPE:

Often in the beginning of each week I will make a batch of this Slow Cooker Honey Chipotle Chicken. With already having this on hand, these tacos come together in a matter of minutes! I’ll list both the honey chipotle chicken ingredients along with what I used for the tacos below:

FOR THE SLOW COOKER HONEY CHIPOTLE CHICKEN:

• Chicken Breast or Thighs
• Onion Powder
• Garlic Powder
• Ground Cumin
• Paprika
• Salt
• Chipotles In Adobo + Adobo Sauce
• Honey 
• Lime Wedges

SUGGESTED TOPPINGS TO MAKE THE TACOS:

• Warmed Tortillas
• Monterey Jack Cheese
• Chipotle Salsa 
• Pickled Red Onion
• Shredded Cabbage
• Avocado Slices
• Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt
• Cilantro

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS MEAL:

1. SLOW COOKER RECIPE. I just love it when you can fix something in the morning and forget it until dinner. Set it and forget it at its finest!
2. HOLA FLAVOR TOWN. The chicken used in this recipe is jazzed up with spices and the perfect amount of heat. Then add all your favorite fiesta toppings and you’ve got yourself an addicting main dish you’ll want to make over and over again.
3. CUSTOMIZABLE. While we all have different preferences for what we load up on our tacos, this recipe allows you to add (or not add) whatever you enjoy most! I’ve got my suggestions above but feel free to swap out whatever ingredients your tastebuds swoon towards.
4. MAKE AHEAD: The chicken is one of my favorite “meal prep” recipes because you can utilize it in so many ways! Make these tacos (or taco salads!), transform the ingredients into a burrito, use the chicken in enchiladas, or tostadas! The options are endless! Get creative!

SUGGESTIONS FOR SHREDDED CHICKEN TACOS:

While the toppings I added here are my suggestions, how you assemble your tacos are a personal choice and I feel that you should use what you enjoy the most. Here’s a little guidance though for what we like on ours.

• TORTILLAS: I recently found these low carb birria tortillas and we’re absolutely obsessed (they come in both corn or flour. We used flour). However, feel free to use any type of tortilla you like. I think the street size is fun so you a make a couple but any size works here.
• CHEESE: While we used Monterey Jack Cheese, other tasty varieties that would work here include shredded Colby Jack, cheddar, Mexican blend, Pepper Jack for spicy lovers, or crumbled cojita for a more traditional Mexican flavor.
• SALSA: I used this Versatile Chipotle Salsa Cremosa (my homemade copycat of the Herdez brand we often purchase from Walmart), but if you have another salsa in mind I’d suggest you to totally go for it! Other homemade salsas that would be a nice addition include this Black Bean Salsa, my Sheet Pan Roasted Corn Salsa, Creamy Tomatillo Salsa Verde with Avocado, and you can never go wrong with my Super Quick Authentic Restaurant Style Salsa.
• PICKLED VEGGIES: We used pickled red onions here (make your own or I like these from Mezzetta)
• LETTUCE: We like cabbage but if you’d like to use shredded iceburg or romaine, those taste great too! 
• VEGGIE LOVER? Ours has shredded cabbage, onions, avocado, and cilantro (if you count herbs as a green!), but you could also add fresh tomatoes, pickled or fresh peppers, or get festive with some fresh corn off the cob!
• CREAMY: Sour cream or Greek Yogurt are always excellent choices. If you want to get adventurous you an also try my Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce, this 5-minute Avocado Crema, or my Chipotle Garlic Aioli (soooo good!). 
• ADD BRIGHTNESS: You can seriously never go wrong with a squeeze of lime or lemon juice to make this complete. The slight pop of citrus seriously pairs perfectly.

HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN TACOS:

Complete list of ingredients and exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

1. If making for same day dinner, follow the instructions for this Slow Cooker Honey Chipotle Chicken in the late morning hours. Set it and forget it.
2. Once the chicken is ready and you’ve shredded it, go ahead and start to warm your tortillas. I like to add mine to a sheet pan and top with shredded cheese before placing in a 350F preheated oven. Bake for 8 – 10 minutes, or until cheese has melted and the tortillas are warmed.
3. I like to add the ingredients in the following order: Tortilla, melty shredded cheese, big scoop of shredded chicken, salsa, red onion, shredded cabbage, avocado, sour cream or Greek Yogurt, then a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Enjoy immediately!

 

OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY SHREDDED CHICKEN MAGIC:

We’re a chicken-loving family one here… so here’s some other ideas that might tickle your fancy. 

Instant Pot Everything Bagel Shredded Chicken

Shredded Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Aloha Chicken Tacos with Citrus Slaw

Chicken Tostadas with Avocado Corn Salsa

Hawiian BBQ Detroit Style Pizza

Green and Red Enchiladas

Skillet Tamale Pie with Cheesy Cornbread

VIEW MORE CHICKEN RECIPE INSPO HERE!

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