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Crockpot Salsa Chicken

Crockpot Salsa Chicken: Effortless Flavor for Family Dinner

This Crockpot Salsa Chicken offers effortless flavor and is perfect for family dinners on busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Use fresh or thawed frozen chicken for the best tenderness.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Mix Consider homemade for a low-sodium alternative.
For the Salsa
  • 1 cup Chunky Red Salsa Feel free to swap for salsa verde if you prefer.
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro Parsley can be used as a substitute if you’re not a cilantro fan.
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges Brightens up the dish with zesty freshness.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by placing the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Evenly sprinkle the taco seasoning mix over the chicken, ensuring every piece is well-coated.
  3. Pour half of the chunky red salsa over the seasoned chicken.
  4. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to the high setting for 3 hours, or low for 6 to 8 hours.
  5. Once the cooking time is up, carefully remove the lid and check if the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F.
  6. Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, mixing it with the juices to retain flavor.
  7. Stir in the remaining salsa to the shredded chicken, ensuring an even mix throughout.
  8. Scoop the flavorful shredded chicken onto plates or into taco shells. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

This dish is designed to delight every palate whether paired with toppings like sour cream or avocado. Prepare a double batch and freeze portions for quick dinners later in the week.

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