Bean and Chicken Crockpot Tacos

In the crockpot

Finished product

Inspiration:
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Ingredients:

• 1-1/2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 2 Tbsp. taco seasoning mix
• 4-oz. can chopped green chilies, undrained
• 8-oz. can tomato sauce
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• 19-oz. can cannellini beans, drained
• 12-24 taco shells
• shredded cheese, lettuce, sour cream, salsa

Instructions:

1. In 3-4 quart crockpot, place chicken thighs and sprinkle with taco seasoning mix.
   
2. Top with chilies, tomato sauce, onion, chili powder, and drained beans.
   
3. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
4. Remove chicken from crockpot and shred with two forks.
   
5. Using potato masher, mash some of the beans in the crockpot.
   
6. Return chicken to crockpot and mix well to blend.
7. Make tacos with chicken filing, taco shells, and toppings.
   

Tim's Rating: 10/10
Liz's Rating: 9/10