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Slow Cooker Salsa Shredded Chicken

A Slow Cooker Salsa Shredded Chicken recipe that is quick, easy, gluten free and can be made using a Crock-Pot.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time6 hours
Total Time6 hours 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6 servings
Author: London Brazil

Ingredients

  • ½ c. chicken broth
  • 2 lbs. chicken breasts uncooked
  • 1 c. salsa mild-medium
  • 1 t. cumin
  • ½ t. paprika
  • ½ t. garlic powder
  • 1/8 t. cayenne pepper
  • 1 t. salt
  • ½ t. pepper
  • 2 T. cream cheese

Instructions

  • Pour chicken broth into the bottom of a slow cooker. Add chicken and then pour the salsa on top.
  • In a small bowl combine the next 6 ingredients. Sprinkle the seasoning ingredients on top of the chicken breasts.
  • Cover and turn slow cooker on Low for 6-8 hours or High for 4-6 hours.
  • During the last 30 minutes of cooking, shred chicken with a fork and add in cream cheese. Cover and let cook for 30 more minutes.
  • Give chicken a good stir before serving. Chicken tastes great in tacos or served in a rice bowl. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 187kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 591mg | Potassium: 687mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 285IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 0.9mg