Description
Salsa Chicken Crockpot is a flavorful, hassle-free dish ideal for busy weeknights. Tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked in zesty salsa, creating a satisfying meal that can be enjoyed over rice, in tacos, or with fresh tortillas. With minimal prep and maximum taste, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup salsa (mild or spicy)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can black beans (rinsed)
- 1 can corn (drained)
Instructions
- Rinse the black beans and corn.
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot.
- Pour the salsa evenly over the chicken and sprinkle taco seasoning on top.
- Gently mix in the black beans and corn.
- Cover and set the crockpot on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Shred the chicken in the pot using two forks before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Customize spice levels by selecting different salsas or adding jalapeños for extra heat. - For added nutrition, include diced bell peppers or onions before cooking. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.