Easy Crockpot Salsa Chicken (3 Ingredients)
Tender, flavorful shredded chicken made with just three simple ingredients in a slow cooker. Perfect for busy weeknights, this set-it-and-forget-it recipe delivers delicious results with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes to 7 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 to 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ cups your favorite salsa (thick, chunky variety recommended)
- 1 packet (about 1 oz) taco seasoning
Instructions
- Trim any excess fat from the chicken breasts. If thick (over 1 inch), slice in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets. Place chicken in the bottom of the Crockpot in a single layer.
- Pour 1 ½ cups salsa evenly over the chicken. Spread with a spatula if desired.
- Sprinkle the entire packet of taco seasoning evenly over the salsa and chicken.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
- Carefully remove the lid. Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker. Stir shredded chicken into the salsa sauce.
- Let sit in the sauce for 5 minutes before serving. Use a slotted spoon to serve if desired.
Notes
For a thicker sauce, leave the lid off for 10-15 minutes on warm setting after shredding. Use a thick salsa to avoid a watery result. Shred chicken while still warm for easiest results. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/6
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 32
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