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Crockpot Salsa Verde Chicken: Flavor-Packed Easy Comfort Food

This Crockpot Salsa Verde Chicken is a flavorful, slow-cooked dish perfect for busy weeknights, featuring tender chicken infused with zesty salsa verde.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Provides the perfect lean protein that turns tender during cooking.
  • Salt & Pepper Essential seasonings that elevate the overall flavor; adjust to taste.
For the Sauce
  • Salsa Verde Infuses the chicken with bright, zesty flavors and moisture.
  • Mild Green Chilies Adds a gentle kick.
  • Ground Cumin Provides warm, earthy undertones.
  • Dried Oregano Enhances the Latin essence.
  • Onion Powder Contributes a sweet depth of flavor.
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Delivers aromatics that deepen the flavor.
For the Finishing Touches
  • Lime Juice Injects necessary acidity and brightness.
  • small bunch Cilantro, chopped Adds a burst of flavor and color.
Serving Suggestions
  • Tortillas
  • Cooked Rice
  • Avocado
  • Chopped Red Onion
  • Sour Cream
  • Mexican Blend Cheese

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Combine the salsa verde, mild green chilies, ground cumin, dried oregano, onion powder, and minced garlic in a slow cooker.
  2. Add the boneless skinless chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully submerged in the salsa verde mixture.
  3. Cover the slow cooker and set to high for about 3 hours or low for 5-6 hours.
  4. Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks and mix it back into the sauce.
  5. Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro, and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat gently for best results.

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