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Slow Cooker Smoky Mexican Chicken Dipping Tacos

Inspired by the flavours and dipping style tacos you’d normally associate with birria, this version uses slow cooked shredded chicken in a rich spiced tomato and chipotle sauce. The chicken cooks until tender, then gets crisped up in cheesy tacos with extra sauce on the side for dipping. I have listed an alternative cooking method if you do not have a slow cooker and the chicken can be prepped ahead!

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4h

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Step 1

Start by adding the chopped onion and tomatoes to the base of the slow cooker. Place the chicken breasts directly on top of the vegetables. In a jug, mix together the chicken stock, garlic, tomato purée, vinegar, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cinnamon, chipotle paste, smoked chilli flakes, and a good pinch of salt and black pepper.

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For the chicken

1

large

White onion, roughly chopped

3

large

Ripe tomatoes, quartered (around 300g)

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Per Serving

Calories

495kcal

Fat

16.7g

Carbs

40.4g

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Notes

This chicken has a medium heat as written. For milder tacos, reduce the chipotle paste to 1 tsp and omit the chilli flakes. For extra heat, increase the chipotle paste to 3 tsp or add a pinch of cayenne. If you prefer a thicker dipping sauce, simmer it uncovered for a few minutes after blending before returning the chicken. Chicken breast stays tender here because it gently poaches in the sauce, but you can use boneless chicken thighs for an even richer result. For best texture, dip the tortillas lightly into the sauce rather than soaking them, as too much liquid can make them difficult to flip. Leftover sauce is great drizzled over rice, roasted veg or used as a base for wraps or bowls. This recipe can be cooked on high for 2-2½ hours instead of low. The chicken should be tender enough to shred easily before blending the sauce. Avoid lifting the lid too often, as this drops the temperature and can extend the cooking time.

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Emma C

2 days ago

Was surprised at how full I was with these, they were very tasty and easy to make

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Deborah R

6 days ago

So yum! Wish I could make them crispier but think it’s a me issue lol

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Rachael R

7 days ago

I felt the sauce was a bit runny so would add less stock next time as it prevented the tacos going crispy when fried however it was so so so tasty!!! Made for 4 people so I can have for lunches next 2 days aswell!

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Hannah S

7 days ago

These are absolutely stunning. Made for 2 people and had 3 each , only 576 calories and 60g protein?!! Was so filling and full of flavour 😍

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7 days ago

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8 days ago

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10 days ago

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Angela L

11 days ago

So yum!!

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8 days ago

Lovely to hear, Angela! 😊

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Claire h

11 days ago

Gorgeous easy Mexican

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8 days ago

Thanks, lovely Claire! Glad you found it easy. Enjoy those tasty vibes! 💖🌮xx

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Slow Cooker Smoky Mexican Chicken Dipping Tacos

Inspired by the flavours and dipping style tacos you’d normally associate with birria, this version uses slow cooked shredded chicken in a rich spiced tomato and chipotle sauce. The chicken cooks until tender, then gets crisped up in cheesy tacos with extra sauce on the side for dipping. I have listed an alternative cooking method if you do not have a slow cooker and the chicken can be prepped ahead!

Cook

4h

Ingredients

Method

Nutrition

Turn cooking mode on

Step 1

Start by adding the chopped onion and tomatoes to the base of the slow cooker. Place the chicken breasts directly on top of the vegetables. In a jug, mix together the chicken stock, garlic, tomato purée, vinegar, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cinnamon, chipotle paste, smoked chilli flakes, and a good pinch of salt and black pepper.

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4

M

I

For the chicken

1

large

White onion, roughly chopped

3

large

Ripe tomatoes, quartered (around 300g)

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Per Serving

Calories

495kcal

Fat

16.7g

Carbs

40.4g

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Notes

This chicken has a medium heat as written. For milder tacos, reduce the chipotle paste to 1 tsp and omit the chilli flakes. For extra heat, increase the chipotle paste to 3 tsp or add a pinch of cayenne. If you prefer a thicker dipping sauce, simmer it uncovered for a few minutes after blending before returning the chicken. Chicken breast stays tender here because it gently poaches in the sauce, but you can use boneless chicken thighs for an even richer result. For best texture, dip the tortillas lightly into the sauce rather than soaking them, as too much liquid can make them difficult to flip. Leftover sauce is great drizzled over rice, roasted veg or used as a base for wraps or bowls. This recipe can be cooked on high for 2-2½ hours instead of low. The chicken should be tender enough to shred easily before blending the sauce. Avoid lifting the lid too often, as this drops the temperature and can extend the cooking time.

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Emma C

2 days ago

Was surprised at how full I was with these, they were very tasty and easy to make

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Deborah R

6 days ago

So yum! Wish I could make them crispier but think it’s a me issue lol

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Rachael R

7 days ago

I felt the sauce was a bit runny so would add less stock next time as it prevented the tacos going crispy when fried however it was so so so tasty!!! Made for 4 people so I can have for lunches next 2 days aswell!

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Hannah S

7 days ago

These are absolutely stunning. Made for 2 people and had 3 each , only 576 calories and 60g protein?!! Was so filling and full of flavour 😍

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Sammy F

7 days ago

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Kerina

8 days ago

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Kirsten H

10 days ago

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Angela L

11 days ago

So yum!!

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Alex

8 days ago

Lovely to hear, Angela! 😊

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Claire h

11 days ago

Gorgeous easy Mexican

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Alex

8 days ago

Thanks, lovely Claire! Glad you found it easy. Enjoy those tasty vibes! 💖🌮xx

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