Tender 5-Minute Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken Recipe
An easy and flavorful slow cooker meal with tender chicken and zesty salsa.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Mix salsa, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Pour the salsa mixture over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred the chicken with forks and stir back into the sauce.
- Top with shredded cheese and cilantro if desired.
Notes
- Use your favorite salsa for best flavor.
- Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg