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Crockpot Salsa Chicken

Delicious Crockpot Salsa Chicken for Easy Weeknight Meals

This Crockpot Salsa Chicken is an effortless, flavorful dish perfect for tacos and meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
For the Salsa
  • 16 oz salsa any variety like fire-roasted or chunky red
For the Seasoning
  • 1 packet taco seasoning store-bought or homemade
For Creaminess (Optional)
  • 4 oz cream cheese or substitute with sour cream or Greek yogurt

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by placing 1.5 lbs of boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker, evenly spread out.
  2. Pour 16 oz of your favorite salsa directly over the chicken, then sprinkle taco seasoning generously on top.
  3. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 2.5–3 hours.
  4. Once cooked, remove the chicken using tongs and shred it on a cutting board.
  5. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir in 4 oz of cream cheese until fully melted.
  6. Serve your Crockpot Salsa Chicken in tacos, over rice, or as a topping for nachos.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 34gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Check cooking time and adjust as needed to avoid overcooking. For added heat, use medium salsa or add jalapeños. Double the batch for leftovers and freezer meals.

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