Easy Crockpot Salsa Chicken Recipe with 3 Simple Ingredients for Perfect Dinner
A hassle-free slow cooker recipe featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a creamy salsa sauce made with just three simple ingredients. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners with minimal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 to 6 hours (low) or 2 to 3 hours (high)
- Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes to 6 hours 10 minutes (low) or 2 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 10 minutes (high)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds / 680 grams)
- 1 cup (8 fl oz / 240 ml) of your favorite jarred salsa (medium heat recommended)
- 4 ounces (1/2 cup / 113 grams) cream cheese, softened
Instructions
- Trim any excess fat or tendons from the chicken breasts and pat dry with paper towels. (5 minutes)
- Soften the cream cheese by microwaving for 20 seconds or leaving it at room temperature. Stir in the salsa until smooth and combined. (3 minutes)
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour the cream cheese and salsa mixture evenly over the chicken, coating each piece. (2 minutes)
- Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Avoid lifting the lid during cooking.
- Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot and stir gently to mix with the sauce. (5 minutes)
- Taste the sauce and add salt or pepper if needed. If too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or water to loosen. (1 minute)
Notes
Soften cream cheese before mixing to avoid clumps. Use medium heat salsa for balanced flavor. Cook on low heat for best tenderness. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to retain moisture. Shred chicken directly in the crockpot to save time. Leftovers reheat well with a splash of water if sauce thickens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast wit
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Protein: 30
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