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Salsa Verde Chicken

This slow cooker Salsa Verde Chicken can be used for tacos, enchiladas, burrito bowls, and so much more! All you need are 3 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time6 hours
Total Time6 hours 5 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Gluten Free
Keyword: salsa verde chicken
Servings: 4
Author: Erin Alvarez

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb. boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 15 oz. salsa verde

Instructions

  • Place chicken into your slow cooker, then sprinkle the cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt over top. Last, pour in the salsa verde.
  • Cook the chicken on HIGH for 3 hours or on LOW for 5-6 hours.
  • Use two forks to shred the chicken and enjoy!

Notes

NOTE: to use chicken breasts instead, follow the same steps and cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or on LOW for 4-6 hours.
*Calories are per serving and are an estimation

Nutrition

Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 162mg | Sodium: 1212mg | Potassium: 651mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 786IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 2mg
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