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2-Ingredient Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken

This ultra-simple slow cooker salsa chicken uses only two main ingredients to deliver a tender, flavorful meal with minimal prep and maximum comfort.
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Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 1 minute
Course Soup
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 260 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Slow cooker or pressure cooker with slow cook function
  • 2 Forks for shredding
  • 1 Paper towels for drying chicken if desired

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 4 Boneless skinless chicken breasts about 2 lbs total
  • 2 cups Salsa your favorite kind
  • Salt just a pinch
  • Pepper a little kick, not too much
  • Lime wedges optional, for serving

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  • Place the chicken into the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • Pour salsa over the chicken until fully covered.
  • Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
  • Shred the chicken inside the slow cooker using two forks.
  • Stir everything together and serve hot with optional lime wedges.

Notes

Serve with rice, in tacos, or on a salad. Leftovers keep well and are great for meal prep or freezing for future meals.