Tender shredded chicken, tangy salsa verde, and warm spices come together in an easy taco filling that’s perfect for relaxed summer dinners.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4–6 hours
Serving Size: 6 servings
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 cups salsa verde
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Juice of 1 lime
- Small corn or flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: avocado, cilantro, diced onion, cotija cheese, and lime wedges
Instructions:
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Add salsa verde, onion, garlic, cumin, chili powder, and salt.
- Cover and cook on low for 5–6 hours or on high for 3–4 hours.
- Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the slow cooker.
- Stir in the lime juice and let the chicken cook for another 10 minutes.
- Serve in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings.
Pro tip: Use the leftovers for taco salads, quesadillas, or rice bowls later in the week.