This easy crockpot salsa verde chicken recipe delivers tender, juicy shredded chicken slow cooked in a flavorful tangy green sauce with spices and chilies. Perfect for tacos, rice, or any meal needing a tasty, hands-off protein.
2cans (4 oz each)Mild green chiliesadds mild heat and a little kick
½teaspoonGround cuminwarm and earthy spice
½teaspoonDried oreganosubtle herbal note
½teaspoonOnion powderbackground savory taste
4clovesGarlicminced
2lbsBoneless skinless chicken breastsusually about 4 medium breasts
1Lime juicejuice of 1 lime
1small bunchCilantrochopped
To tasteSalt
To tastePepper
Instructions
Instructions
Take your chicken breasts and lay them down in the crockpot. Spread them out so they cook evenly.
Pour the salsa verde on top, then dump in those green chilies. Sprinkle the cumin, oregano, onion powder, and minced garlic all over the chicken.
Add salt and pepper to your liking.
Put that lid on and make sure you’ve got the sealing ring seated right. Set your crockpot to low and let it work for 6 to 7 hours. If you’re in a hurry, high for 3 to 4 works too. You want the float valve up and sealed tight.
After it’s done cooking, do a natural release or slow release if you’re short on time. Open the lid carefully and take out the chicken breasts. Use two forks to shred them nice and easy.
Toss the shredded chicken back into the sauce, add the lime juice and chopped cilantro, then stir it all up. Taste test for salt and pepper and adjust if needed.
Serve warm with tortillas or rice and your favorite toppings.
If short on time, quick release the pressure cooker after minimum cooking and the chicken will still be juicy and tasty.
For less hands-on time, throw everything in frozen and add an extra half hour to cooking on low.
Notes
Serve warm with tortillas or rice and your favorite toppings like avocado, sour cream, chopped red onion, or cheese for a delicious meal.