Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs frozen chicken breasts (about 4 breasts)
- 1.25 oz taco seasoning packet (approximately 1/4 cup)
- 4.5 oz can of mild diced green chiles
- 1.5 cups salsa
Instructions
- Place frozen chicken breasts in the crockpot.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning over the chicken.
- Add diced green chiles and salsa, distributing evenly.
- Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours until tender.
- Shred the chicken using two forks.
- Return shredded chicken to the crockpot and mix with remaining liquid.
- Keep warm until serving.
Notes
For a spicier dish, use hot salsa or add jalapeños.
Add black beans or corn while cooking for extra texture.
Ensure chicken is thoroughly shredded for maximum flavor absorption.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 75