Crock Pot Salsa Chicken

Turn dinnertime into a fiesta with this incredibly easy Crock Pot Salsa Chicken recipe! Featuring tender, slow-cooked chicken infused with the bold, zesty flavors of your favorite salsa and taco seasoning, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. With just 5 minutes of prep and a customizable lineup of optional extras like black beans, corn, or creamy melted cream cheese, it’s as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect for tacos, rice bowls, or as a dip with tortilla chips, this hands-off recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or prepping for a weeknight dinner, this slow cooker salsa chicken is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:245 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 16 ounces Jar of salsa
• 1 packet Taco seasoning
• 1 cup Corn kernels (optional, canned or frozen)
• 1 cup Black beans (optional, rinsed and drained)
• 4 ounces Cream cheese (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a crock pot or slow cooker.

Step 2

Pour the salsa over the chicken breasts, spreading it evenly.

Step 3

Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the salsa-covered chicken to evenly coat the surface.

Step 4

If using, add the corn and black beans on top of the chicken and salsa mixture.

Step 5

Cover the crock pot with the lid and set it to cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6-8 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Step 6

Once finished cooking, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crock pot. Mix thoroughly so the shredded chicken absorbs the salsa and seasonings.

Step 7

If you prefer a creamier version, stir in the cream cheese and let it melt into the mixture for around 5 minutes before serving.

Step 8

Serve the salsa chicken over rice, in tacos, or with tortilla chips. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1743.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2153.8

Total Fat 68.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 697.5mg	0%
Sodium 6664.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.1g	0%
Total Sugars 37.6g
Protein 248.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 361.9mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 2156.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.0%

Protein: 46.8%

Carbs: 24.2%