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Crockpot Salsa Chicken

Easy Crockpot Salsa Chicken for Zesty Weeknight Dinners

Crockpot Salsa Chicken is a hassle-free, flavor-packed dish perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Foundation of the dish; tenderizes beautifully and shreds easily.
  • 1 oz Taco Seasoning Infuses the chicken with zesty flavors.
  • 16 oz Salsa Optional for chunky or smooth based on preference.
Optional Add-ins
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Mix in during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • Black Beans Add in the last hour for extra protein.
  • Corn Mix in the last hour for sweetness.
  • Jalapeños Add at the beginning for added spice.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place your slow cooker on a stable surface and plug it in. Lay the chicken breasts flat at the bottom.
  2. Add Taco Seasoning: Sprinkle taco seasoning over the chicken and rub it in to coat evenly.
  3. Pour in the Salsa: Pour the salsa over the chicken, ensuring it covers completely.
  4. Set the Cooking Temperature: Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 6 hours or HIGH for 2 to 3 hours.
  5. Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken, shred it with forks, soaking up salsa flavor.
  6. Mix Back into Salsa: Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to combine.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Spoon into tacos, burritos, over rice, or enjoy on its own.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for quick meals, and can be stored or frozen for later use.

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