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Crock Pot Chicken Taco Meat

This Crock Pot Chicken Taco Meat delivers 20g protein and 123 calories per serving — a flexible base for building multiple meals from one batch. Quick prep yields 8 servings, stretching your prep time across various taco, burrito, or salad combinations. Maximize meal variety without multiplying cooking sessions.

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Ingredients

8 servings
  • Pico De Gallo, Fresh
  • Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(680g)

    Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.

  • Taco Seasoning, Packet (E.G. Old El Paso)(60g)

    Taco seasoning packet — Old El Paso or McCormick. Low sodium if available.

  • Flour Tortillas
  • Mexican Blend Cheese
  • Sour Cream

    Regular or fat-free both work. Fat-free is thinner but saves ~40 cal/serving.

  • Avocado
  • Fresh cilantro leaves
  • Lime

Instructions

  1. 1Add the salsa, chicken, and taco seasoning to a slow cooker. Stir to coat the chicken as best you can.
  2. 2Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 hours or LOW for 4 hours or, until the chicken shreds easily with a fork.
  3. 3Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir to combine with the cooking liquid. Let it sit for 5 minutes to soak up the sauce.
  4. 4Use the chicken for tacos, burrito bowls, or salads. Top with your favorite fixings and enjoy.

Nutrition — Per Serving

123

calories

20g

protein

3g

fat

Carbohydrates
4g
Saturated fat
0.5g
Sodium
485 mg
Dietary fiber
0.0g

8 servings per batch · ~93g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Crock Pot Chicken Taco Meat have per serving?

Each serving delivers 20g of protein at only 123 calories with 3g fat and 4g carbs, making it an ultra-lean protein source.

How long does Crock Pot Chicken Taco Meat take to prep?

Quick prep time with 8 servings per batch means you can prepare a full week of this protein base in one cooking session and portion it into tacos, bowls, or salads.

Is Crock Pot Chicken Taco Meat good for fat loss?

At 123 calories and just 3g fat per serving with 20g protein, this is one of the leanest protein options in the app for cutting phases. Use it as a base to load with high-volume vegetables or pair with moderate carb sides to stay in a deficit.

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