Fast Salsa Chicken for Tacos and Bowls
A quick and easy recipe for tender, flavorful salsa chicken perfect for tacos or bowls.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 3-5 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 min
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 (16 oz) jar salsa
- 1 package corn tortillas, warmed
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts, taco seasoning, and salsa in a slow cooker. Ensure chicken is well coated.
- Cook on high for 3 hours or on low for 5 hours.
- Shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker using two forks.
- Simmer the shredded chicken in the juices for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
- Serve in warm corn tortillas or over rice for bowls. Add your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Use your favorite brand of salsa for best results.
- Perdue chicken is recommended.
- Serve with toppings like diced onions, avocado, cheese, sour cream, or extra salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6th of recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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