Green Sauce Chicken
A flavorful dish featuring tender chicken simmered in zesty salsa verde, perfect for a comforting meal.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Instant Pot
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 lb. chicken breast
- 2 cups salsa verde
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1 tsp. cumin
- 1 tsp. oregano
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 poblano pepper diced
- 1/2 yellow onion diced
- 2 Tbsp. lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- Kosher salt to taste
Instructions
- Dice the chicken breasts and place them in a bowl. Add lemon juice, salsa verde, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, oregano, and salt and pepper. Mix well and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- For the slow cooker, add the chicken and vegetables, cover, and cook on high for 2.5 to 3 hours or low for 4 to 5 hours.
- For the Instant Pot, add chicken and vegetables, close the lid, and pressure cook on high for 25 minutes. Use quick release to release pressure.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and return to the pot. Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro. Adjust seasoning with salt to taste.
- Serve warm over rice, in tortillas, or with your favorite sides.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.