Description
Crockpot Mexican Chicken made with just 5 ingredients. A simple, zesty, and flavorful dinner idea perfect for busy weeknights or family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup canned corn or black beans (optional)
Instructions
- Place chicken in the crockpot.
- Pour salsa over chicken.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning evenly.
- Cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
- Shred chicken with forks, stir in cream cheese.
- Add corn or beans if desired.
- Serve in tacos, burrito bowls, or with rice.
Notes
Avoid overcooking to keep chicken tender. For extra flavor, stir in lime juice or chopped jalapeños at the end. Use your favorite salsa to personalize the flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg