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Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken

Slow cooker salsa verde chicken made with juicy chicken breast, zesty lime, and fresh cilantro. This easy, protein-packed recipe is perfect for tacos, enchiladas, rice bowls, and more!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
3 hrs
Total Time
3 hrs 5 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 207 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 2 cups salsa verde
  • ⅓ yellow onion diced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon lime juice
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

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  1. Add all the ingredients to a slow cooker, except for the lime juice and cilantro.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shreddable.
  3. Shred the chicken with two forks, then stir in lime juice and cilantro. Taste and add more salt and pepper as desired.
  4. Serve over rice, in tacos, or however you like!

Notes

  • Storing: Let the chicken cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 4–5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. 
  • Reheating: If frozen, thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating. To reheat, place the chicken in a skillet on the stovetop over medium heat and cook until warm, about 5 minutes. Add a splash of salsa verde or broth when reheating to keep the chicken from burning. Alternatively, you can reheat in the microwave. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1/6 recipe Calories 207kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 32g (64%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 93mg (31%) Sodium 768mg (32%) Potassium 28mg (1%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 207

% Daily Value*

Serving 1/6 recipe
Calories 207kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 32g 64%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 93mg 31%
Sodium 768mg 32%
Potassium 28mg 1%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.