Best 3-Ingredient Crockpot Salsa Chicken Ready in 20 Minutes
This easy 3-ingredient crockpot salsa chicken is ready in just 20 minutes using frozen chicken, salsa, and optional black beans. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s tender, flavorful, and endlessly versatile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (frozen or thawed)
- 16 ounces salsa (jarred or fresh)
- 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the crockpot.
- Pour the entire jar of salsa over the chicken, spreading it evenly.
- Cover and cook on high for 20 minutes. Do not lift the lid during cooking.
- After 20 minutes, shred the chicken directly in the crockpot using two forks.
- If using black beans, stir them into the shredded chicken and let heat through for 2-3 minutes with the lid on.
- Serve hot over rice, in tacos, on nachos, or as desired.
Notes
If using thawed chicken, check at 15 minutes. Internal temperature should reach 165°F. For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lime juice or fresh cilantro at the end. Chunky salsa can be blended for more even coating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1.5
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 680
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 35
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