Description
A fuss-free, flavorful dish featuring tender shredded chicken simmered in tangy salsa and warming spices, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 to 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 to 2 cups salsa
- 1 to 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot.
- Pour salsa over the chicken and sprinkle taco seasoning on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and stir to combine with the salsa.
- Serve in tacos, over rice, or as desired.
Notes
For a flavorful twist, use chipotle salsa or add a splash of lime. Don’t overcook to avoid dryness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: crockpot, salsa chicken, easy dinner, meal prep, slow cooker