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21 Best Slow Cooker Recipes for Chicken (Easy & Delicious)

Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken

Tender taco-seasoned chicken cooks with salsa, black beans, and corn until it is easy to shred. Finish with melted cheese and fresh toppings for a flexible Crockpot dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 4 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup Salsa
  • 1 packet, about 1 oz Taco seasoning
  • 1 15 oz can Black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Frozen or canned corn
Finishing Ingredients
  • 1 cup, optional Shredded Mexican-blend or cheddar cheese
  • As needed for serving Cilantro, avocado, sour cream, and lime

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Trim excess fat from the chicken and pat it dry. Place the chicken in the slow cooker and sprinkle evenly with the taco seasoning.
  2. Pour the salsa over the chicken, then add the drained black beans and corn. Cover and cook on Low for 4-6 hours or High for 2-3 hours, until the thickest piece reaches 165°F/74°C.
  3. Shred the chicken directly in the cooker and stir it into the salsa mixture. Add cheese just before serving, then top with cilantro, avocado, sour cream, or lime if desired.

Notes

Check chicken with an instant-read thermometer rather than relying on time alone. Avoid opening the lid repeatedly, since each opening can add roughly 15-20 minutes to cooking.