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Crockpot Salsa Verde Chicken

Crockpot Salsa Verde Chicken


Description

Make tender, zesty Crockpot Salsa Verde Chicken with just 5 ingredients. Perfect for tacos, burritos, or meal prep in minutes!


Ingredients

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2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts

16 ounces jarred salsa verde

4 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed (optional)

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 medium onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)


Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and season with the cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper mixture on both sides.
  2. Place diced onion and minced garlic at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  3. Arrange seasoned chicken breasts on top of the onion and garlic in a single layer.
  4. Pour salsa verde evenly over the chicken and add the fresh lime juice.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  6. If using cream cheese, add cubed cream cheese about 30 minutes before cooking is complete.
  7. Once chicken is tender, shred it using two forks directly in the slow cooker.
  8. Mix the shredded chicken with the sauce and let sit for 10 minutes before serving.
  9. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve in your preferred style.