Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken (Printer-Friendly)

Juicy chicken cooked slowly with salsa for flavorful tacos, burritos, or rice bowls.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

→ Salsa & Seasonings

02 - 2 cups jarred salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
03 - 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning or 2 tbsp homemade taco seasoning
04 - 1/2 tsp kosher salt (optional)
05 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Optional Add-Ins

06 - 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
07 - 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
08 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
09 - Juice of 1 lime (for garnish)

# Steps:

01 - Place the chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker.
02 - Sprinkle taco seasoning, salt, and pepper evenly over the chicken.
03 - Pour salsa over the chicken. Add black beans and corn if using.
04 - Cover and cook on High for 4 hours or on Low for 6 to 8 hours until the chicken is tender and shreds easily.
05 - Remove chicken and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to combine with sauce.
06 - Serve hot in tacos, burritos, or bowls. Garnish with cilantro and lime juice if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Minimal prep makes dinner easy on busy days
  • Versatile for bowls, tacos, or burritos
02 -
  • Leftovers stay fresh in the fridge for up to 4 days or can be frozen for up to 2 months
  • For added smoky flavor, stir in chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
03 -
  • Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness
  • Try homemade taco seasoning for even more flavor control
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