Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken

Name: Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 5 min
Yield: 8 meal prep servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2.5 pounds skinless boneless chicken breast; 16 ounces chunky salsa; 0.333 cup cilantro lime dressing; 0.5 cup chicken broth; 0.5 tsp chili powder; 0.5 tsp cumin; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp garlic powder; Salt; Pepper; 0.5 cup non-fat Greek yogurt; 1 lime; 0.25 cup fresh cilantro; 0.5 jalapeño; 0.5 tsp cumin; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; Salt; pepper; 1 tbsp water

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This Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken is one of the most flavorful and effortless meal prep recipes out there. Made with juicy chicken breast, chunky salsa, cilantro lime dressing, and a bold blend of spices, it delivers incredible taste with minimal effort. Just mix everything together in a crockpot and let the magic happen—after a few hours you’re rewarded with tender, shredded chicken packed with zesty Mexican flavor. Enjoy it in tacos, over rice, in bowls, or on its own!

Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken

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Step 1
Place chicken breasts in a slow cooker.
Step 2
Add salsa, cilantro lime dressing, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Step 3
Stir everything to combine evenly.
Step 4
Cook on high for 4 hours or until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Step 5
Shred chicken directly in the pot using two forks and stir to coat in the sauce.
Step 6
Serve in bowls, tacos, over rice, or store in containers for meal prep.

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