Description
Salsa Chicken Crockpot is a hassle-free, flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken breasts slowly simmer in zesty salsa, creating a satisfying meal that pairs well with rice, tortillas, or salads. Enjoy this versatile recipe that requires minimal prep time and promises delicious results every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup salsa (spicy or mild)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop any desired toppings like cilantro or avocado.
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot. Pour salsa evenly over the chicken and sprinkle with cumin.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Shred the chicken in the crockpot using two forks and mix with salsa before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider including black beans or corn during cooking. - Adjust the spice level by choosing different salsas or adding jalapeños for heat. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.