Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken
A simple and flavorful slow cooker recipe where chicken breasts are cooked with salsa and spices, resulting in tender, juicy meat perfect for tacos, burritos, salads, or over rice.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 6 hrs
- Total Time: 6 hrs 5 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups salsa
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning evenly over the chicken.
- Pour salsa over the chicken, ensuring they are well covered.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Shred the chicken with two forks directly in the slow cooker and stir to mix with the salsa.
- Top with shredded cheese (if using) and let it melt for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve in tacos, burritos, or over rice.
Notes
- You can use chicken thighs instead of breasts for extra flavor.
- For a spicier dish, use hot salsa or add jalapeños.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days and freeze well for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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