Description
Crockpot Chicken and Salsa is the ultimate hassle-free dish that marries tender chicken breasts with zesty salsa for a flavorful meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe allows you to set it and forget it, filling your home with an irresistible aroma. With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll create a deliciously satisfying dinner that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup medium salsa
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the crockpot.
- Pour salsa over the chicken.
- Sprinkle chili powder and cumin on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Shred the chicken with two forks, mixing it with the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg