Description
Delectable slow cooker Mexican chicken brings zesty flavors from traditional Mexican cuisine to your dinner table. Tender shredded meat combines perfectly with bold spices, offering you a simple and satisfying meal that celebrates authentic regional ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 cup salsa (any type)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 lime (juice)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Arrange chicken breasts in the slow cooker, ensuring they are evenly spaced and not overlapping.
- Create a flavorful marinade by whisking together salsa, taco seasoning, garlic powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Gently pour the seasoned salsa mixture over the chicken, making sure each piece is thoroughly coated.
- Pour chicken broth into the slow cooker to provide additional moisture and prevent drying.
- Secure the lid and set the slow cooker to low temperature, allowing the chicken to simmer for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until tender and fully cooked.
- Once cooking is complete, carefully remove the chicken and use two forks to shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.
- Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the accumulated cooking sauce.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the chicken to enhance the zesty Mexican-inspired flavors.
- Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for a bright, aromatic finish before serving.
Notes
- Opt for boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are similar in size to ensure even cooking and prevent dryness.
- Try different salsa varieties like roasted tomato, verde, or mango for unique flavor profiles.
- For a low-carb version, serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles instead of traditional rice or tortillas.
- Quickly transform leftovers into enchiladas, quesadillas, or a hearty chicken salad by mixing with mayo and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg