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two plates of cooked chicken breast covered in salsa, cheese and cilantro
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Crock Pot Salsa Fresca Chicken

3 ingredient Crock Pot Salsa Fresca Chicken is an easy dinner and makes delicious leftovers for a healthy Mexican inspired meal!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time3 hours
Total Time3 hours 5 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 197kcal
Author: Monica Nedeff

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds chicken breast
  • 16 oz container fresh-cut salsa
  • ¾ cup queso fresco cheese
  • cilantro for garnish optional
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Instructions

  • Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the crock pot and add the salsa on top. Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on high for 3-4 hours
  • Sprinkle crumbled queso fresco cheese on top and cover for less than 5 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
  • Garnish with cilantro if desired - enjoy!

Notes

  • Chicken is done when the internal cooking temperature is 165 degrees Fahrenheit in the thickest part of the chicken.

Nutrition

Calories: 197kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 579mg | Potassium: 655mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 520IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 1mg
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