Crockpot Chicken Tacos
This Crockpot Chicken Tacos deliver 52g protein and just 298 calories per serving—an unusually lean protein vehicle for hitting targets on a strict cut. Quick batch yields 4 servings, giving you a Mexican-style meal that tracks cleanly. Perfect for anyone managing macro ratios while maintaining strength on a deficit.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(907g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Salsa, Prepared, Red, Store-Bought
- •Chili powder(10g)
- •Cumin, Ground(5g)
- •Garlic powder(5g)
- •Onion powder(5g)
- •Lime Juice, Fresh(30g)
- •Cilantro, Fresh(60g)
- •Tortilla, Corn, 6-Inch
Instructions
- 1In the bottom of a slow cooker, stir together the salsa, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder and lime juice.
- 2Add the chicken breast, turning it to coat it in the salsa mixture. Spoon some of the salsa over the top.
- 3Cover and slow cook the chicken on low until the chicken is cooked registers 165°F on an instant read thermometer, 2 to 3 hours (note that slow cooker models can vary; check at the 90 minute-mark to gauge progress).
- 4With two forks, shred the chicken directly in your slow cooker (or remove it to a plate to shred if that’s easier for you, then return to the slow cooker). Add the cilantro and stir to combine. Cover and let everything warm together for 5 minutes.
- 5Warm the tortillas, either wrapped in a damp towel in the microwave or by lightly charring them over a gas stove. Fill with the chicken and add your toppings of choice.
Nutrition — Per Serving
298
calories
52g
protein
7g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Saturated fat
- 1.4g
- Sodium
- 185 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.8g
4 servings per batch · ~256g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Crockpot Chicken Tacos have per serving?
Each serving provides 52g of protein and only 298 calories with 7g fat and 5g carbs—an extremely lean protein source with virtually no carbs. This macro profile is among the most efficient in the PrepForge library for pure protein delivery.
How long does Crockpot Chicken Tacos take to prep?
Quick prep time batch-preps 4 servings at once, allowing you to cook multiple days' worth of taco fillings in a single stovetop session.
Is Crockpot Chicken Tacos good for fat loss?
At 298 calories per serving with 52g protein and only 5g carbs, these tacos are ideal for fat loss phases where you need maximum protein with minimal calorie impact. The nearly zero-carb macros provide flexibility to add carbs elsewhere in your meal plan.
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