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Crockpot Salsa Chicken

Super easy shredded chicken recipe that takes seconds to prep and put into the crockpot
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours
Servings: 10
Calories: 112
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 2 cups salsa (be sure you love the brand that you use- I prefer Mateo's or on the border cantina style)
  • 2 tsp each smoked paprika, chili powder, and cumin ((optional, but recommended for extra good flavor))
  • juice of one lime
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • cooking spray

Method
 

  1. Put raw chicken breast, salsa, and, if adding, the spices into the crockpot. Cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  2. Cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  3. When it's finished cooking, quickly shred the chicken into peices with two forks in the salsa and juices then squeeze lime into it.
  4. Let the chicken continue to cook for about 10 minutes in the salsa. Salt and pepper to taste. 
  5. Spray an extra large sheet pan (or two large ones) with cooking spray. Add chicken and make sure you leave space on the pan otherwise it won't brown up.
  6. Place sheet pan in the oven and broil the chicken for about 10 minutes or until a lot of the extra liquid has reduced and you have some brown and even some crispy pieces. Sprinkle fresh cilantro on top. Serve hot!
  7. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 3.5gCalories: 112kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 21gFat: 0.5gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

  • For optimal juiciness, cook the chicken on low for 7-8 hours; this slow cooking method helps prevent dryness and keeps the meat tender.
  • If you're short on time, you can cook on high for 4 hours, but keep an eye on the chicken to ensure it doesn’t overcook.
  • Feel free to substitute chicken thighs for the breasts; they are richer in flavor and tend to stay moist during cooking.
  • To elevate the flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of garlic powder or a chopped onion to the crockpot along with the salsa and spices.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, and reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop, adding a splash of water or broth to keep it moist.

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