Crockpot Queso Chicken is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful dish made with tender shredded chicken slow-cooked in a rich queso sauce—perfect for tacos, rice bowls, or nachos.
Author:Beth
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:6 hours
Total Time:6 hours 5 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Slow Cooker
Cuisine:Mexican
Diet:Halal
Ingredients
Scale
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
1 packet taco seasoning
8 oz cream cheese, cubed
1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
1/4 cup milk or chicken broth (optional, for thinning sauce)
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
Sprinkle taco seasoning over the chicken and top with diced tomatoes and cubed cream cheese.
Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until chicken is cooked through and tender.
Shred the chicken using two forks directly in the crockpot.
Stir in shredded cheese and milk or broth if needed to reach desired consistency.
Cook on low for an additional 10–15 minutes, until cheese is melted and sauce is creamy.
Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve as desired.
Notes
Great served over rice, in tacos, or as a dip with tortilla chips.
Use rotisserie chicken for a faster version—reduce cook time accordingly.
Can be made spicier with jalapeños or hot taco seasoning.