Slow-Cooker Turkey Tacos

Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Slow-Cooker Turkey Tacos
445 min.
12
216kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your taco night with a delicious twist? Our Slow-Cooker Turkey Tacos are not only gluten-free but also packed with flavor and nutrition, making them the perfect choice for lunch, dinner, or any gathering. Imagine coming home after a long day to the enticing aroma of seasoned turkey and spicy chili beans wafting through your kitchen. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a slow cooker, this recipe allows you to enjoy a hearty meal without the hassle.

Using skinless turkey thighs, this dish is a leaner alternative to traditional taco fillings, while still delivering a satisfying taste and texture. The combination of medium onions, thick and chunky salsa, and a zesty taco seasoning mix creates a mouthwatering filling that will have everyone coming back for seconds. And let’s not forget the fun of assembling your own tacos! With crunchy taco shells, fresh shredded lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and melty cheese, each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors.

Perfect for feeding a crowd, this recipe serves up to 12 people, making it ideal for family dinners, parties, or meal prep for the week ahead. So gather your loved ones, set the table, and get ready to indulge in these scrumptious Slow-Cooker Turkey Tacos that are sure to impress!

Ingredients

  • 15 oz chili beans sauce undrained canned
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • 1.5 lb turkey thighs skinless
  • oz taco seasoning 
  • 0.5 cup salsa thick
  • 4.6 oz taco shells (12 Count)
  • cup lettuce shredded
  • cup tomatoes chopped
  • cup cheese shredded

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. In 3- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix chili beans and onion. Top with turkey.
  2. Sprinkle taco seasoning over turkey; spoon salsa over top.
  3. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 9 hours.
  4. Place turkey on cutting board.
  5. Remove meat from bones; discard bones. Using 2 forks, pull turkey into shreds. Stir turkey into bean mixture in cooker.
  6. Heat taco shells as directed on package. Spoon turkey mixture into taco shells. Top with lettuce, tomato and cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories216kcal
Protein28.96%
Fat40.5%
Carbs30.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16
Glycemic Load
4.55
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
11.73434779955%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.08mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.51mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:216.44kcal
10.82%
Fat:9.69g
14.91%
Saturated Fat:3.59g
22.44%
Carbohydrates:16.44g
5.48%
Net Carbohydrates:13.25g
4.82%
Sugar:3.7g
4.11%
Cholesterol:42.53mg
14.18%
Sodium:861.58mg
37.46%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.59g
31.18%
Vitamin B12:2.48µg
41.41%
Selenium:25.39µg
36.26%
Zinc:3.54mg
23.63%
Phosphorus:219.47mg
21.95%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.73%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.71%
Fiber:3.19g
12.76%
Potassium:403.88mg
11.54%
Iron:2.01mg
11.14%
Magnesium:40.55mg
10.14%
Vitamin B3:1.91mg
9.56%
Vitamin A:476.5IU
9.53%
Copper:0.18mg
8.89%
Calcium:80.41mg
8.04%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.4%
Folate:23.23µg
5.81%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.36%
Vitamin C:4.23mg
5.13%
Vitamin B5:0.51mg
5.13%
Vitamin K:4.2µg
4%
Vitamin E:0.38mg
2.52%