Salsa Chicken Crockpot packs a punch with tender chicken, vibrant salsa, and savory spices, all slow-cooked to perfection for an effortlessly tasty meal.
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Healthy
Keyword Salsa Chicken Crockpot
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Cook Time 3 hourshours30 minutesminutes
Total Time 3 hourshours45 minutesminutes
Servings 5-6 servings (as part of a meal with rice/toppings)
PREP: Generously spray a large (6-quart) slow cooker with cooking spray.
SLOW COOKER: Combine all the ingredients listed under "For the Slow Cooker" in the prepared crockpot.
COOK: Stir well to combine. Ensure chicken is submerged in liquid as much as possible. Cover and cook on high for 3½-5 hours, or on low for 4-6 hours-- until chicken shreds easily. Turn off the slow cooker.
SHRED CHICKEN: Remove chicken, discard any fat, and shred the meat using two forks or dice with a knife.
FINISHING: Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir gently. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
OPTIONAL: Prepare roasted peppers and corn as a side (see Note 2).
SERVE: The toppings seal the deal! Serve the chicken over cooked rice, topped with your choice of toppings such as lime, cilantro, cilantro-lime sauce, guacamole, sour cream, Cheddar cheese, etc.
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Notes
Note 1:Chicken: Chicken thighs are recommended for more flavor and tenderness, but chicken breasts can also be used. Cut each breast into three even pieces. Watch timing carefully, because breasts dry out quickly!Note 2:Sides: Roasted peppers, corn, and black beans make great sides especially if meal prepping for the week. Follow this recipe (without optional toppings); thinly slice the peppers (instead of cutting into chunks) and toss black beans on the sheet pan after roasting.Note 3:Salsa: For convenience, use store-bought cilantro-lime sauce. Or prepare a homemade version (Cilantro Lime Sauce or this Healthy Cilantro-Lime Sauce).