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Crockpot Salsa Chicken

Crockpot Salsa Chicken is a simple slow cooker recipe made with chicken breasts, salsa, and taco seasoning.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Tex-Mex

Ingredients
  

  • 4 6–8 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tsp taco seasoning mix
  • 2 cups chunky red salsa divided
  • Chopped fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges

Instructions
 

  • Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  • Sprinkle taco seasoning evenly over the chicken.
  • Pour 1 cup of salsa on top.
  • Cover and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 6–8 hours, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Shred the chicken using two forks directly in the slow cooker.
  • Add the remaining 1 cup of salsa and mix well to coat.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
  • This Crockpot Salsa Chicken is now ready to enjoy in tacos, rice bowls, or wraps.

Notes

  • Serve over rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice