Easy Chicken Recipe

reader reviews

“My family enjoyed this! I have picky eaters so I didn’t think this would work for us but your genius method of adding the chilis and most of the salsa at the end was perfect because I could separate out a portion of chicken to keep plain for the kids." ~ Robyn

key ingredients:

chicken tomatillo salsa diced green chilis cream cheese salt

about this recipe

make ahead few ingredients gluten free

With a short list of simple, real food ingredients this easy chicken recipe is a flavorful meal prep protein. Plus, there are so many ways you can use this chicken, you won’t get bored!

STEP 1:

Gather the ingredients.

STEP 2:

Add the chicken, salt, and part of the salsa. Cover and cook.

STEP 3:

Remove the chicken and shred with two forks. Set aside.

STEP 4:

Drain the cooking liquid from the slow cooker. Turn to low and add the remaining salsa, cream cheese, and green chilis. Whisk until smooth.

STEP 5:

Add the shredded chicken back to the slow cooker, stirring to combine. Serve as is or in tacos, nachos or over rice.

This recipe is naturally gluten free. For a dairy free version, replace the cream cheese with dairy free cream cheese or leave the cream cheese out altogether.

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