Crockpot Salsa Chicken Recipe

Four ingredients and a slow cooker is all it takes to have dinner ready without a plan. This crockpot salsa chicken leans on your favorite salsa, cumin, and garlic powder to turn plain chicken breasts into something you can fold into tacos, bowls, or salads.

Simply combine chicken breasts with salsa and spices in your Crockpot, and let it do the work. This recipe is versatile and can be served over rice, in tacos, or with a side of vegetables.

Simple and Delicious Crockpot Salsa Chicken

This Crockpot Salsa Chicken features tender chicken breasts simmered in zesty salsa, resulting in a juicy and flavorful dish. The recipe takes about 6 hours on low heat and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup salsa (your choice of mild, medium, or hot)
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
• Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the Crockpot.
2. Add Salsa and Spices: Pour the salsa over the chicken and sprinkle with cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Cook: Cover the Crockpot and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with a fork.
4. Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the Crockpot using two forks, mixing it with the salsa.
5. Optional Cheese: If desired, sprinkle shredded cheese over the top and cover for a few minutes until melted.
6. Serve: Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve over rice, in tacos, or with your favorite sides.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 6 hours
• Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 4 servings
• Calories: 250kcal
• Fat: 5g
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 10g

I keep a pack of tortillas nearby and let the salsa chicken stand in for tacos, bowls, or a quick quesadilla. It freezes well, so I often double the batch and save half for a night I do not want to cook.