Description
This easy Crockpot Salsa Verde Chicken is a flavorful and tender dish perfect for tacos, rice bowls, or meal prep. Slow-cooked with a blend of salsa verde, mild chilies, and aromatic spices, the chicken shreds beautifully and is enhanced with fresh lime and cilantro for a zesty finish.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Salsa Mixture
- 16 ounces salsa verde
- 2 (4 ounce) cans mild green chilies
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 4 medium chicken breasts)
Finishing Ingredients
- Juice from 1 lime (or to taste)
- 1 small bunch cilantro (chopped)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
For Serving
- Tortillas or cooked rice
- Avocado
- Chopped red onion
- Sour cream
- Mexican blend cheese
Instructions
- Prepare and Combine Ingredients: In your slow cooker, add the salsa verde, mild green chilies, ground cumin, dried oregano, onion powder, and minced garlic. Stir well to combine all the flavors together.
- Add Chicken and Cook: Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts into the slow cooker, tossing or stirring to coat them completely with the salsa mixture. Cover and cook on high heat for about 3 hours or on low heat for 5 to 6 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Shred and Season: Once cooked, shred the chicken inside the slow cooker using two forks. Taste the mixture, then stir in the fresh lime juice gradually, adjusting based on the salsa’s tanginess. Add chopped cilantro and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Spoon the shredded salsa verde chicken into warm tortillas or over cooked rice. Add your favorite toppings such as avocado slices, chopped red onion, sour cream, and Mexican blend cheese for a delicious meal.
Notes
- You can use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier result.
- If you want a spicier dish, substitute mild green chilies with medium or hot green chilies.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- For added depth, consider adding a chipotle pepper or smoked paprika to the slow cooker.
