SLOW COOKER SALSA VERDE CHICKEN

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This spicy, saucy chicken takes almost no time to prep in the morning and only 5 minutes to finish before eating. At its simplest, the recipe is a meal-in-a-bowl stew, and the toppings are key to making it feel special. You could serve the chicken over rice or a whole grain, or use it as a taco or enchilada filling (use a slotted spoon to serve the chicken, if it is very saucy). You can also add 1 cup of frozen or fresh corn, or a drained 15-ounce can of black beans or pinto beans; just add them at the end along with the fresh cilantro and scallions. The level of heat in jarred salsas can vary, so taste yours first to ensure it is to your liking. If you want more spice, leave some of the jalapeño seeds in, or use hot canned green chiles instead of mild ones.

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     dinner, weekday, poultry, main course

Time 5h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 1/2 cups jarred salsa verde
1 (4-ounce) can chopped mild green chiles
8 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 jalapeño, stemmed, seeded and diced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3 scallions (green and white parts), thinly sliced
1 small bunch cilantro, leaves and tender stems finely chopped (about 1 heaping cup)
Kosher salt, to taste
Fresh lime juice, to taste
Any combination of rice, tortillas, pepitas, queso fresco, diced avocado and crushed tortilla chips, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the chicken thighs, salsa verde, green chiles, chopped garlic, jalapeño, garlic powder, onion powder and cumin in a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker. Stir to evenly combine. (Don't add salt now; jarred salsas are often high in sodium.) Cook on low until the chicken is tender and the flavors are blended, 5 to 6 hours. (If you will be away for 8 hours or more, set the cook time for 4 hours on low and set the slow cooker auto-switch to warm for the remaining time.)
  • Use two forks to coarsely shred the chicken. With the heat on low, add the scallions and cilantro, and stir to combine. Season to taste with salt and lime juice. Serve with rice or in tortillas, if desired, with accompaniments.

Young avi
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the salsa verde was flavorful and well-balanced. I will definitely be making this again.


Arslan Jee
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the salsa verde is the perfect complement. I highly recommend this recipe!


Lindsay Beck
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great! The salsa verde was a bit too salty for my taste, but that's just a personal preference. Overall, I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Prince Tanvir
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I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the salsa verde was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Melanie Cumming
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the salsa verde was flavorful and well-balanced. I will definitely be making this again.


Saim rehman
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the salsa verde is the perfect complement. I highly recommend this recipe!


Abdul basir bangash
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great! The salsa verde was a bit too salty for my taste, but that's just a personal preference. Overall, I would definitely recommend this recipe.


NATHANIEL WOODS
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I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the salsa verde was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Dewood Ali
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the salsa verde was flavorful and well-balanced. I will definitely be making this again.


MD Rasedul Islam
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the salsa verde is the perfect complement. I highly recommend this recipe!


Gaming With Samin
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great! The salsa verde was a bit too tangy for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Overall, I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Zb Baloch
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the salsa verde was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Nihal Mahay
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the salsa verde was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again.