Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken is an easy and flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. With minimal prep, the chicken slow cooks in a tangy, mildly spicy salsa verde, creating tender, juicy meat that shreds easily. The simplicity of this recipe allows you to enjoy a delicious, restaurant-quality meal without a lot of effort. Serve the chicken over rice, in tacos, or as a filling for enchiladas. It’s versatile, fresh, and packed with flavor.
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups salsa verde
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions:
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic over the chicken.
- Pour the salsa verde on top, ensuring the chicken is fully covered.
- Sprinkle in the cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Once done, use two forks to shred the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Stir the shredded chicken into the sauce to coat evenly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Enjoy this easy slow-cooked chicken as a versatile main dish for tacos, burritos, or as a topping for salads!
