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Crock Pots and Flip Flops | Recipes | Recipes By Diet | Gluten Free

Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos

Modified: Jun 20, 2022 · Published: Sep 3, 2021 by Allison Treadwell · This post may contain affiliate links · 9 Comments

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Make dinner easy with these tasty Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos! If you love queso cheese as much as me then you will love these cheesy, gluten free tacos.

Has anyone else noticed that there are tons of new restaurant sauces available at the grocery stores? I’m a sucker for trying new sauces and love having all these fun new ones to try out in the Crock Pot. 

I have been going on a recipe making marathon trying them all out. If you haven’t tried Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta, one of my most popular recipes, using Buffalo Wild Wings Garlic Parmesan Sauce you need to give it a try next!

Disclaimer- Some links below are Amazon affiliate links, meaning at no extra cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.

These cheesy tacos use the On The Border Queso Sauce. My sister actually worked at On The Border when we grew up so this sauce holds a special place in my heart. I could eat On The Border Queso as my meal with their thin and crispy tortilla chips. And don’t even get me started on their fajitas and tortillas!

Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos

On The Border Queso Sauce

The On The Border Queso has a lot of flavor in it. Much more than typical queso. I'm not sure if it's the real cheese or the bell peppers they include but just be aware that there are lots of spices already in it. Also, I picked up the medium flavor queso and it was a little spicy for my kids. If you are making this for kids you may want to get the mild flavor.

Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos

Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos

Since the On The Border Queso has so much flavor I didn't want to add any taco seasoning to the recipe. I kept it simple with ingredients I had in my pantry and it turned out great.

All of my recipes are gluten free because my husband has celiac disease, which means you are allergic to gluten. I always use Pacific Foods Cream of Chicken Soup because it is made without gluten.

Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos
  • Pacific Foods Cream of Chicken Soup
  • Salsa
  • Chicken Breasts
  • Green Chiles
  • On The Border Queso sauce

I always have these taco shells in the pantry too. I love a good hard-shelled taco to give the creamy chicken a little crunch. Top with your favorite toppings like shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and jalapeños.

How to Make Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos

  1. Add chicken, salsa, cream of chicken soup, and green chilis to the slow cooker.
  2. Stir ingredients and cover the chicken with sauce.
  3. Cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 ½ hours.
  4. Remove liquid and set aside.
  5. Shred Chicken.
  6. Add ¾ cup of On The Border Queso Sauce and reserved liquid until creaminess level desired.
  7. Stir and serve!

How to Store and Reheat Queso Chicken Tacos 

Slow cooker queso tacos are best served immediately after they're cooked. However, if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.

To reheat, simply place the tacos on a baking sheet and warm them in a 350°F oven until heated through. Alternatively, you could reheat them in the microwave. If the queso has thickened too much, add a splash of milk or water to thin it out before reheating.

FAQs for Queso Chicken Tacos Crockpot

What are some tips for making the perfect slow cooker queso tacos?

To make sure your queso tacos are extra flavorful and cheesy, be sure to use a good quality cheese. I recommend using sharp cheddar for its bold flavor. In terms of spices, I suggest adding in a little chili powder and cumin to give the queso an extra kick.

What are some other toppings that would be delicious on slow cooker queso tacos?

There are so many delicious toppings that would be great on slow cooker queso tacos! Some of my favorites include diced tomatoes, green onions, sour cream, and avocado.

How do you make sure the tortillas don't get soggy?

One way to prevent soggy tortillas is by using hard-shell tacos. However, if you prefer soft tortillas, I suggest warming them up in the oven or microwave before adding the queso filling.

Crockpot queso chicken tacos are the perfect appetizer or main course for any party! They're easy to make and can be customized with your favorite toppings. Plus, they're a great way to use up leftover queso. If you have any questions about how to make chicken queso tacos, be sure to check out the FAQs section.

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Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos

Allison Treadwell
Make these easy and cheesy Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos! Gluten free and filled with delicious On the Border Queso Sauce.
4.75 from 16 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 4 hours hrs
Total Time 4 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6
Calories 294 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 10.5 oz Cream of Chicken Soup
  • 7.5 oz green chiles chopped
  • ¾ cup On The Border Queso Sauce
  • ¼ cup salsa

Instructions
 

  • Add chicken, salsa, cream of chicken soup, and green chilis to the slow cooker.
  • Stir ingredients and cover chicken with sauce.
  • Cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 ½ hours.
  • Remove liquid from slow cooker and set aside.
  • Shred Chicken.
  • Add ¾ cup of On The Border Queso Sauce and reserved liquid until creaminess level desired.
  • Stir and serve as tacos or rice bowls!

Nutrition

Calories: 294kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 34gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gSodium: 898mgPotassium: 860mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 245IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Mexican, Slow Cooker Queso Tacos
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Comments

  1. Jackie says

    November 03, 2021 at 3:36 am

    Do you cover the chicken in the cheese sauce before you cook or wait till after? Sorry just a little confused

    Reply
    • allisonetreadwell says

      November 03, 2021 at 6:34 am

      Hi Jackie! It's totally confusing. You don't add it until the end. You will cook the chicken with all the other ingredients then remove the liquid once finished cooking. Then add the queso. If you add it in the beginning it gets a little too diluted. I tried it and it wasn't as good. Hope you enjoy it!!

      Reply
  2. Elisha says

    November 07, 2021 at 12:46 pm

    Do you heat the cheese before adding it?

    Reply
    • allisonetreadwell says

      November 08, 2021 at 1:42 pm

      Hi Elisha! I didn't heat it up prior to putting it in there but you absolutely could since it did cool down the chicken when I put it in.

      Reply
  3. Rachael F says

    February 27, 2022 at 5:04 pm

    If I double the recipe, how much longer should I cook it for??

    Reply
  4. ashley cromer says

    September 28, 2022 at 2:53 am

    can you replace the chicken with cooked taco beef? Then leave out the chick broth & cream of chicken? im actually thinking of using this recipe with beef for empanada filling .sounds delish but wish me luck

    Reply
    • Allison Treadwell says

      October 01, 2022 at 1:33 pm

      Hi Ashley! I think this is going to be delicious. Please let me know how it turns out!!

      Reply
  5. Theresa Simoneaux says

    August 27, 2023 at 7:29 am

    This sounds incredible! What modifications should I do if I'd like to toss it in my instant pot?

    Reply
    • Allison Treadwell says

      August 27, 2023 at 2:53 pm

      Here's an instant pot version! https://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/instant-pot-queso-chicken/

      Reply
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