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Ridiculously Achievable Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken

Ridiculously Achievable Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken

Loving cooking in my slow cooker with the cooler weather here. Who am I kidding... I love cooking in it anytime. But... I have been trying to find go to recipes that are really simple and I've found another combo that totally works. This post may contain affiliate links.

up close of open soft tacos with salsa verde chicken, fresh cilantro and lime wedges to serve

A while back I shared this easy 3 ingredient slow cooker recipe for fiesta chicken which is a big hit around here.  That recipe calls for chicken, salsa and cheddar soup. Doesn't get more simple than that.

up close view of salsa verde chicken in a white slow cooker

SALSA VERDE SLOW COOKER CHICKEN

This Salsa Verde Chicken recipe had a few more ingredients, but they are all super simple to toss together. This delicious dish is perfect for switching up Taco Tuesday, celebrating Cinco de Mayo and basically to make any night of the week a lot more tasty.

This no-fuss recipe wont disappoint!

salsa verde ingredients placed into a round white slow cooker

SALSA VERDE CHICKEN INGREDIENTS

With just a handful of fresh ingredients and seasonings, you can have a big pot of amazing slow cooker chicken seasoned to perfection.

  • Boneless Chicken Breasts
  • Sliced Sweet Onions
  • Salt & Pepper
  • Fresh Minced Garlic Cloves
  • Cumin
  • Lime Zest
  • Chili Powder
  • Green Chiles, Canned
  • Salsa Verde
  • Fire Roasted Tomatoes
up close view of salsa verde chicken that is shredded

wooden spoon inside of dish of salsa verde chicken ready to serve

WHAT SUPPLIES DO I NEED TO MAKE THIS RECIPE?

  • You will need a slow cooker to make this recipe. I used a 3 quart size

HOW DO I STORE THIS RECIPE?

  • You can store this chicken recipe in the fridge in an air tight container or your slow cooker pot itself for up to 3 days. 

CAN I MADE THIS RECIPE AHEAD OF TIME?

  • Of Course. Slow cooker recipes are the best for that. You can make a day in advance as well and reheat in the slow cooker before serving if you like. 

CAN I MAKE ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?

  • You can change the amount of spices and garlic you prefer. You can also change out your preferred salsa with the salsa verde!

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN RECIPES

Want ever more chicken recipes that can be prepared in your slow cooker? Here are some favorites to try:

Super easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes to try.

Slow Cooker Fiesta Chicken with only 3 Ingredients.

Portobella Mushroom Chicken made in a slow cooker.

up close of open soft tacos with salsa verde chicken, fresh cilantro and lime wedges to serve

Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken

Yield: 4-6

Easy salsa verde chicken recipe made in a slow cooker. Boneless chicken breasts, sweet onions, green chiles and fire roasted tomatoes.

Ingredients

  • 4 Chicken breasts boneless
  • 1 Sweet onion sliced
  • 1 Teaspoon salt
  • 1 Teaspoon pepper
  • 4 Garlic cloves minced
  • 1 Teaspoon Cumin
  • Zest of one lime
  • 1 Teaspoon Chili powder
  • 1 Can 4 oz Green chiles
  • 1 Cup Salsa verde (about 1 jar)
  • 1 Can 14.5 ounce fire roasted tomatoes
  • OPTIONAL TOPPINGS:
  • Lime
  • Red onion
  • Cilantro

Instructions

Place chicken, tomatoes, green chiles, salsa verde, garlic, onion, cumin, lime zest, chili powder, salt and pepper in your slow cooker. Cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. 

Once the chicken is cooked through, remove from the slow cooker and shred with two forks. Place chicken back in the slow cooker and stir. 

Serve chicken on tortillas with toppings or rice! You can also eat it by itself!

What is your favorite go-to slow cooker recipe, tip or trick?

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Mary Lou

Sunday 19th of January 2014

Saw a crock pot recipe that had chicken breast green beans and red potatoes. I share it on my time line but cant find it now. Was gone to make it tomorrow but now I cant find it

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Thursday 7th of November 2013

Dawn- I just saw this one! 3 ingredients! Okay, i know you just linked, but this one is 3 ingredients. Now I have dinner and dessert for Sunday! Please!! laura

Dawn Lopez

Thursday 7th of November 2013

LOL! You are very funny Laura... you don't have to twist my arm ;)

Stefani

Wednesday 6th of November 2013

I am definitely going to try this recipe out. I have all the ingredients.

Ashley - Embracing Beauty

Tuesday 5th of November 2013

Yum, that sounds amazing!

Ellen Christian

Tuesday 5th of November 2013

Sounds delicious. I love slow cooker recipes!

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