How to make slow cooker salsa chicken

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Thighs are often more affordable and juicier.

salsa

🥗Healthier: homemade salsa

💰Cheaper: homemade salsa

Homemade can be fresher and less expensive.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat options can lower calories.

Layer 1 pound of chicken breast into the bottom of the slow cooker.

Add shortcut veggies to the slow cooker.

Pour the whole jar of thick and chunky salsa on top of the chicken and veggies.

Rinse the salsa jar with a little water to get the rest of the salsa out and pour that water on top as well.

Put the lid on the slow cooker.

Cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours, until the chicken reaches 165 degrees.

Check if the chicken shreds easily to ensure it's done.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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