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Easy High-Protein Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken

Easy High-Protein Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups sugar-free salsa
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup chopped bell peppers any color
  • 2 cups baby spinach optional, added at the end
  • Optional toppings: chopped cilantro avocado slices, lime wedges

Method
 

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your crockpot.
  2. Pour the salsa over the chicken, then sprinkle in the cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the chopped bell peppers on top.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until the chicken is tender.
  5. Shred the chicken directly in the crockpot using two forks.
  6. Stir in the spinach, if using, and let it wilt for 2–3 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve warm with your choice of toppings.

Notes

  • Protein: ~28 g
  • Net Carbs: ~5 g
  • Fat: ~3 g
    (Values may vary by salsa brand and toppings.)