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    Home » Appetizers

    Modified: May 10, 2025 · Published: Jul 29, 2016 by Vicky · This post may contain affiliate links · 18 Comments

    Chicken Taco Cups - Party Appetizer

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    Are you looking for some party appetizer ideas that will please a hungry crowd? You will love these Chicken Taco Cups, which can be made ahead of time in a slow cooker and put together by the guests at your party.

    This post has been sponsored by Bounty, but all opinions are my own. You'll also love these Cheesy Taco Crescent Cups and this Prosciutto Wrapped Brie .

    These Chicken Taco Cups are an easy appetizer to make for any party. My guests ask for them all the time! @Bounty ad

    I love having friends and family over, but let's face it, guests often equal mess, especially if your guests are parents with young children. But I am feeling no stress about our Olympic games party because I have Bounty paper towels. Bounty paper towels are a must-have as you prepare for your Olympic games party, serve your guests and clean up afterwards. These would work great for any kind of party, even if you are looking for Birthday Party Appetizers.

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    Chicken Taco Cups

    The chicken for these Chicken Taco Cups can be made ahead of time in a crock pot which makes this appetizer recipe so easy. For another easy appetizer recipe check out Southwestern Style RITZ.. For another easy appetizer, check out Tex-Mex Bruschetta Recipe.. It can cook while I clean with Bounty, and prepare my home for guests.

    chicken in crock pot with salsa

    Once the chicken has been cooked with the salsa, simply shred it in the crock pot. Then it is simply a matter of layering the other ingredients in some small tortilla chip cups. I added shredded chicken, salsa, guacamole and cheese to these chicken taco cups, but you can vary the ingredients based on your preferences. I love the idea of setting up a bar where guests get to create their own taco cups. Simply set out the shredded chicken and different bowls of ingredients and party guests can customize their own taco cups.

    Some different ingredients you can include:

    • salsa
    • guacamole
    • shredded cheddar cheese
    • sliced olives
    • sour cream
    • chopped onions
    • chopped tomatoes
    • corn
    • ranch dressing

    Really, the possibilities are endless. If you are going to let guests put their own toppings on these, be sure to have plenty of Bounty on hand to clean up any messes!

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    After your guests leave, it is time to clean up and Bounty can help. I use Bounty to clean my slow cooker and it really gets the job done. I add some warm, soapy water to the crock pot and use a Bounty paper towel to clean up the mess inside. The Bounty holds up perfectly and never tears and since it is more absorbent, the roll can last 50% longer.

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    When I am done cleaning the crock pot, I use another Bounty paper towel to dry it. Then it looks great and is ready to be put away until I need it again. Bounty is 2x more absorbent than the leading ordinary brand and will make you feel like an Olympic Games winner as it helps to clean up messes and spills in record time.

    cleaning crock pot

    Enjoy cheering on your favorite athletes as you gather with friends and family to watch the Olympic Games. Be sure to also try our Chicken Taco Stuffed Shells.

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    FAQs For Taco Cups With Chicken

    Are these good served cold?

    They’re best warm, but they can be served at room temperature for parties or packed lunches. Just keep them covered so they don’t dry out.

    Can I freeze taco cups?

    You can! Let them cool completely, then wrap and freeze. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for the best texture. If you plan to freeze them, hold off on the guacamole until you plan to serve.

    📖 Recipe

    Chicken Taco Cups - Party Appetizer

    Vicky
    These Chicken Taco Cups are an easy appetizer to make for any party. My guests ask for them all the time! 
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 4 hours hrs
    Total Time 4 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine Mexican
    Servings 12
    Calories 137 kcal

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    Ingredients
      

    • 3 fresh or defrosted chicken breasts
    • ¾ cup of salsa
    • 1 bag of small tortilla chip bowls
    • for toppings:
    • ¾ cup salsa
    • 1 cup guacamole
    • ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese

    Instructions
     

    • Defrost chicken breasts and place in slow cooker.
    • Add salsa on top of the chicken.
    • Cook for 4 hours on high or 8 hours on low. When there are 30 minutes left in the cooking time, open the pot and shred the chicken with two forks. Mix the ingredients together.
    • Set out small tortilla chip bowls and fill each with a spoonful of chicken mixture.
    • Top with a small spoonful of salsa, guacamole and shredded cheese.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 137kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 15gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 44mgSodium: 341mgPotassium: 410mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 274IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 66mgIron: 1mg
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    This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors.

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    1. Taty Pradilla says

      August 01, 2016 at 8:26 am

      These are so cute and little. I love them. They look like a cute appetizer you could serve at birthday parties.

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    2. victoria says

      July 31, 2016 at 11:33 pm

      Such a great ideas! I would love to try these at home.

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    3. Ann Bacciaglia says

      July 31, 2016 at 7:44 pm

      This looks so delicious and easy to make. I will have to try this recipe on the weekend for my party.

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    4. Stephanie Pass says

      July 31, 2016 at 5:54 pm

      I love a good crockpot meal, but geez do I hate cleaning it. I never even though of using paper towels. I am a Bounty lover, so I will definitely be trying this next time I make a crockpot meal.

      Reply
    5. The Cubicle Chick says

      July 31, 2016 at 6:47 pm

      These are great treats for our back to school party we're having in a week or so. Thanks for the recipe and we love us some quick crockpot meals. - Yolonda

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    6. Lori Felix says

      July 31, 2016 at 11:34 am

      I use Bounty paper towels in every room of my house. They're great for not only cleaning up spills but are great for dusting and wiping down the house too.

      Reply
    7. maggie branch says

      July 31, 2016 at 10:40 am

      These are great ideas for entertaining or kids birthday parties! I love tacos and these taco cups are so much less messy and easier to serve! As for BOUNTY, these paper towels absolutely win the gold in my book!

      Reply
    8. Lynndee says

      July 31, 2016 at 9:28 am

      Such delicious and cute looking appetizer! Totally love the idea of taco cups. And I love using my slow cooker too. Can't wait to try these!

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    Vicky from Mess for Less

    I'm Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, which I started in 2011 to share easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I love creating meals that bring people together. I also design play and learning activities for kids, using my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education. Learn more about me.

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