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Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos

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!

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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!

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

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.

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

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

Author: Allison Treadwell

Make these easy and cheesy Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos! Gluten free and filled with delicious On the Border Queso Sauce.

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4.75 from 16 votes

Course : Dinner

Cuisine : Mexican

Servings : 6

Calories : 294

Total Time : 4 hrs 10 mins

Prep Time : 10 mins

Cook Time : 4 hrs

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
10.5 oz Cream of Chicken Soup
7.5 oz green chiles chopped
3/4 cup On The Border Queso Sauce
1/4 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 1/2 hours.
Remove liquid from slow cooker and set aside.
Shred Chicken.
Add 3/4 cup of On The Border Queso Sauce and reserved liquid until creaminess level desired.
Stir and serve as tacos or rice bowls!

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Crockpot Cracker Barrel Hash Brown Casserole

This cheesy and delicious classic gets an upgrade with a meaty addition of ham! Crockpot Cracker Barrel Hash Brown Casserole is a simple, gluten free dish that will wow everyone.

If you have ever been to Cracker Barrel then you know how incredible their hash brown casserole is. I could just eat that every time I go there and nothing else. The secret ingredient is sour cream and once I found that out I realized that I thought I could make a version at home in my Crock Pot.

I went home after breakfast one morning there and started planning it out and my husband said he thought it would be even better with meat in it. Since I love an all in one casserole I thought it would be great to add some ham to it. Another great casserole that is hearty all on its own is my Beefy Potato Casserole.

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Crockpot Cracker Barrel Hash Brown Casserole

This dish is so versatile. You can serve it for dinner, breakfast or as a side dish. Hash browns are a magical veggie that transforms itself into whatever you want it to be. Hash browns are traditionally a breakfast item but the more I use them in dinner meals I realize they work anytime! Serve it alongside some eggs for a tasty breakfast or with green beans and chicken for a hearty dinner.

You don’t need very long to prep this dish. The hardest part is chopping the onion. I love to use my Cuisinart Food Processor for chopping onions. You absolutely don’t need to do this step in a food processor. I can’t ever seem to make them small enough when I chop them so I think it’s easier for me to just throw them in there. Everything else just gets poured in and mixed together!

Gluten Free

Since my husband has celiac disease, which means you are allergic to gluten, all of my recipes are made completely gluten free. I had to make a few substitutes to make sure this was gluten free. First is to always make sure to use gluten-free Cream of Chicken Soup. The only brand I have found gluten free is the Pacific Foods Cream of Chicken Soup. There is supposedly a gluten free version of the Great Value Cream of Chicken but I haven’t been able to find it at my local Walmart.

The other part that helps make this dish stay together is the flour. There is only 2 tablespoons but make sure to swap this for a gluten-free flour. I use the King Arthur Flour or the Cup for Cup in my recipes. Both of these taste just like real flour unlike a few that use beans as the main ingredient so I prefer these two options.

Ultimate Side Dish

If you are looking for a pot luck dish to bring to any event this dish is a must make. I can promise you that this dish will be the hit of the event and everyone will ask for the recipe. Everything they make at Cracker Barrel is a tried and tested comfort food that people love so you know its good. This popular recipe goes by so many names like funeral potatoes and cheesy potatoes. But no matter what the name is people love to gobble these up because they go with everything.

I love to make this dish for the holidays too. It’s easy to make in the crockpot instead of the oven and is indulgent. I don’t really love the name funeral potatoes especially for the holidays so I started calling them Crockpot Cracker Barrel Hash Brown Casserole. I mean that is a way better name, I mean who doesn’t love Cracker Barrel!

Meat or No Meat?

This dish is delicious without the meat so if you aren’t a fan of ham you can just skip it! Or if you have leftover bacon or another leftover meat you can throw that in instead.

How to Make Crockpot Cracker Barrel Hash Brown Casserole?

Step 1. Mix melted butter and flour together. Set aside.

Step 2. Add cream of chicken, onions, cheese, sour cream, hash browns and ham. Stir to combine.

Step 3. Pour butter mixture over ingredients and stir.

Step 4. Cook on high for 2-3 hours or low from 4 hours until casserole is bubbling at edges.

Step 5. Optional- Once finished cooking, place under broiler for 5 minutes.

If you love potato dishes try one of these other Crock Pot recipes!

Parmesan Garlic Chicken and Potatoes

Cheesy Kielbasa Casserole

Chick-fil-A Sauce Casserole

Crockpot Cracker Barrel Hash Brown Casserole

Author: Allison Treadwell

Make this easy creamy casserole made with frozen hash browns! Quick to prep and gluten free.

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4.09 from 85 votes

Course : Breakfast, Dinner, Side Dish

Cuisine : American

Servings : 8

Calories : 481

Total Time : 3 hrs 10 mins

Prep Time : 10 mins

Cook Time : 3 hrs