Description
Crock Pot Salsa Chicken is a deliciously easy dish that transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful feast. With tender, juicy chicken simmered in zesty salsa and complemented by black beans and corn, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Simply set it and forget it while the aromas fill your home, making it an instant family favorite. Serve it over rice, in tacos, or as a burrito filling for a delightful meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups salsa
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup fresh corn (or 1 can)
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter for efficiency.
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crock pot. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour salsa over the chicken, then add black beans and corn. Stir gently to combine.
- Sprinkle cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder over the top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken inside the pot using two forks and mix everything thoroughly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg