Description

Crock Pot Salsa Chicken recipe made with tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in rich salsa and homemade taco seasoning. This easy, flavorful dish delivers juicy shredded chicken perfect for tacos, bowls, and quick weeknight meals.

Ingredients

2 lbs chicken breasts
16 oz salsa

For the Homemade Taco Seasoning:

1 Tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

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Instructions

Place chicken breasts into the bottom of a 6-quart crock pot then sprinkle on Homemade Taco Seasoning ingredients and pour in salsa. Stir to combine then cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours or HIGH for 2 hours, or until the chicken shreds easily with two forks. The shredded chicken will soak up the cooking liquid as it sits.

Use as desired — see notes for ideas.

Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 2 hours
Category: Main Dish
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American