Easiest Salsa Verde Chicken
The ultimate comfort food, Easiest Salsa Verde Chicken is a flavorful, easy weeknight dinner. With its zesty salsa verde and tender chicken, it promises to satisfy those cravings and make dinner a breeze. Perfect for busy nights!
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Baking Sheet
- Slow Cooker
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Chicken Tenders or chicken breast
- 0.25 tsp Garlic Powder
- 0.125 tsp Oregano
- 0.125 tsp Ground Cumin
- to taste Salt
- 16 oz Roasted Salsa Verde check labels for Whole 30 compliance
Instructions
- Season chicken with garlic powder, oregano, cumin and salt and place in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Top with half the salsa verde (8 oz), cover and cook HIGH 2 hours or low 4 hours.
- Remove chicken, shred with 2 forks.
- Remove 2/3 cup of liquid from the slow cooker, and discard (unless you want it over rice).
- Place shredded chicken back into the crock pot with remaining salsa, adjust seasoning to taste if needed and keep warm.
- Season chicken with garlic powder, oregano, cumin and salt and place in the bottom of the Instant Pot.
- Cover with salsa verde, cover and cook HIGH pressure 20 minutes. Quick or natural release.
- Remove chicken, shred with 2 forks.
Notes
- Tip 1: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Tip 2: Yes, you can freeze the cooked chicken. Just ensure it’s cooled completely before transferring it to freezer-safe bags.
- Tip 3: This dish pairs wonderfully with rice, tortillas, or a fresh salad to add some crunch.
- Tip 4: For a family-style meal, serve the Easiest Salsa Verde Chicken directly from the slow cooker, allowing everyone to help themselves.
- Tip 5: Top with fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley for a burst of freshness before serving.