Green Sauce Slow Cooker Chicken
A flavorful slow-cooked chicken dish featuring zesty salsa verde and aromatic spices, perfect for easy weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breasts Use high-quality breasts for juiciness.
- 1 cup salsa verde This adds a tangy flavor.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust for more heat if desired.
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving
- Tortillas Use warm tortillas for serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare your slow cooker.
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Pour salsa verde over the chicken.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic.
- Sprinkle cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper over the top.
Cooking
- Cover the slow cooker and set to cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- After cooking, shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks.
Serving
- Serve the shredded chicken in warm tortillas or over rice.
- Top with cheese, cilantro, or avocado if desired.
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Notes
For a thicker sauce, stir in sour cream or cream cheese after shredding. Leftovers taste even better the next day.