¼teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper - or to taste
1pinchcayenne pepper - or to taste (optional)
1pinchred pepper flakes - or to taste (optional)
16ouncejar of salsa
Taco shells
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine chili powder, paprika, onion powder, sea salt, garlic powder, ground cumin, oregano, black pepper, cayenne pepper and red pepper flakes.
Lay chicken breasts on the bottom of crock pot.
Sprinkle seasoning mix evenly over all sides of the chicken.
Cover chicken with salsa.
Cook on low for 4-5 hours, or high for 2-3 hours, or until chicken breasts are tender.
Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in your crock pot.
Serve in taco shells with topping of your choice.
Notes
Add Premade Taco Seasoning: Use a store-bought taco seasoning or try making your own, it is super easy, like this Mild Taco Seasoning.
Fresh Veggies: Fresh Avocado, lettuce, tomatoes, onions and peppers.
Variation tip: Top with your favorite cheese such as pepper jack, cheddar cheese or a great taco cheese blend.
Alternate cooking method tip: Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes, make sure the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
Dietary consideration tip: Use gluten free taco shells or tortillas or place the chicken on top of a salad.