{Crockpot} Salsa Verde Honey Lime Chicken Tacos
The crockpot does all the work when it comes to these easy Salsa Verde Honey Lime Chicken Tacos! Plus, these slow cooker chicken tacos pack a punch in the flavor department! Don’t worry, guys, I’ve got dinner covered.
Easy Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken
Crockpot Salsa Verde Honey Lime Chicken Tacos might just be the longest name in food history. I practically run out of breath every time I say it (although {Thick and Chewy} Triple Chocolate Chip Cookies might be a close second. And this a close third. Apparently I’m very wordy when it comes to titles).
I tried shortening it–I really did. But if any of those words were missing, you’d be missing a key ingredient in these ridiculously awesome tacos…
Because these aren’t just chicken tacos. And they aren’t just salsa verde chicken tacos. They have honey and lime in them, and are made by cooking in what might possibly be the world’s greatest invention (next to a French Press): the crockpot.
So, the 7-word title it is. I’m sorry.
But I’m not sorry about the recipe.
Reasons Why These Are The Best Chicken Tacos with Salsa Verde
This recipe takes absolutely no time at all to put together and cook, i.e., dump in the crockpot and forget about it. I also like to refer to that as “the best kind of meal.”
As much as I love being in the kitchen, there are moments when dinner rolls around where I’m at a loss of what to make. It’s also in these moments where I really want to skip making dinner and eat Chipotle.
But Chipotle doesn’t deliver. Or have a drive-thru. #firstworldproblems
On the days where I have absolutely no clue what to do with myself (and dinner), I crockpot.
Find yourself with leftover crockpot chicken? Make these Taquitos!
The key ingredient here is the salsa verde. Maybe I’m just a wimp on the spice front, but I found salsa verde to pack in a real spicy high kick, which is partly why I paired the flavor with both honey and lime. Those two ingredients helped to mellow out the flavor without overpowering it at all.
And when cooked with a bit of sour cream and then topped with cheese and avocado, the spice was just right. It was a total Goldilocks moment.
{Crockpot} Salsa Verde Honey Lime Chicken Tacos
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4-5 large chicken breasts,fresh
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 cups salsa verde, jarred or homemade
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tsp taco seasoning, whatever is your favorite
Tacos
- Corn or flour tortillas, warmed
- Shredded cheese, any kind is fine--if you like spicy, I'd suggest pepper jack cheese with these tacos!
- Sliced avocado
- Diced tomatoes
- Grilled Bell Peppers*
Instructions
- Place chicken in the crockpot, and cover with honey, lime juice, salsa verde, sour cream, and taco seasoning. With a pair of tongs, flip the chicken over so that both sides are coated. Cover, and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Once the chicken is cooked through, it will shread easily with two forks. Shred it in the crockpot; then stir it around so it can absorb some of the sauce. Keep it on the warm setting until ready to use.
- When ready to serve, use a slotted spoon to serve chicken onto tortillas. Top with avocado, tomatoes, bell peppers, cheese, and anything else you want!
- Enjoy!
Notes
The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.
Check out my other savory recipes:
Homemade Chicken Parmesan Pizza
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Titles are hard — I have some super long ones too! These look amazing — there’s nothing better than crockpot food I can eat with my hands!
Thanks so much, Ashley!
Honey-lime is the best combo ever! Add some crockpot in there and we’re really gettin’ goin. YUM!
Right–so good! Thanks, Karen!
It is a long recipe name, but totally worth it! I’ve never made tacos in the crock pot before, so I’m loving this! My husband and I could eat tacos just about every week, so I’m definitely pinning to try out!
Thanks, Gayle! I hope you like them as much as I do!
I’m also a long title-er. Sometimes you just need all the words to convey deliciousness!
Right?! I couldn’t agree more! Thanks, Chrissy!
I’m guilty of long titles, too! These look totally delicious
I loooove salsa verde!
Thanks so much, Medha!
In your pictures the chicken looks more like it was cubed in small pieces than shredded. How did you get that appearance? I have printed your recipe and plan to make this next week! I can’t wait to try them!
Hi, Julie! I have a kitchen tool from Pampered Chef that I used. It is a scissor shredder, so it both shreds and cuts the chicken. Because it is more of a specific tool, I suggested using two forks (which I have done before so it does work
) instead. I hope you like them as much as I did 
I have those moments a lot when I can’t think of anything to make for dinner, I really need to start planning ahead & making stuff in the crock pot. Your tacos look & sound delicious! I love how easy they are to make!
The crockpot has saved me so many times! Thanks, Katie!
can the chicken be put into the crock pot still frozen or does it need to be thawed first?
Hi, Katie! You can use frozen chicken, but it will take longer to cook. Depending upon how thick they are, it could take a couple extra hours.
sooo late on this recipe but they’re in the crockpot right now! so hard not to open and take a peek
Thank you, Mariah!
Making these right now! Smells so good! I’ve made a much more boring version of salsa crock pot chicken for tacos but love the idea of the honey and lime and you can never go wrong with sour cream!! Yum! Thanks for sharing! Can’t wait for dinner!
I really like this crockpot salsa recipe. Looks so delicious and tasty chicken recipe, thank you for sharing this wonderful article.
Can you tell me how to make this with shrimp instead?
Hi Caitlin, I rarely cook shrimp so I am so sorry, but I’m not sure how to make this with shrimp.
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Hello, good afternoon! Quick question, what would the cooking time and setting if making this recipe using a instant pot?
Hi Candice! I’ve never used an instant pot so I don’t know how to adjust the recipe for one. Sorry!