Crock Pot Salsa Lime Chicken uses simple chicken breast and store bought (no sugar added) salsa to amp up taco night. Everyone needs a 21 Day Fix recipe like this up their sleeve for those crazy weeks- just dump ingredients in the crock pot or Instant Pot and carry on! This post contains affiliate links for products I’m obsessed with.
Confession: This week is crazy.
What week isn’t crazy, you ask?
I’m not sure anymore!
Anyway, I wouldn’t even call this meal a recipe…it’s more like opening a jar and turning on a Crock Pot or Instant Pot. But it tastes delicious and that’s all that matters.
The possibilities are endless, so make enough Salsa Lime Chicken for the whole insane week ahead.
How to make Crock Pot salsa lime chicken:
1 . Throw some boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a Crock Pot.
2. Add a jar of Salsa – look for an organic brand that doesn’t have added sugar.
3. Cook on low for 4-6 hours, then squeeze on some fresh lime, and shred the chicken.
How to make Instant Pot Salsa Lime Chicken
1. Throw some boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the instant pot.
2. Add a jar of Salsa – look for an organic brand that doesn’t have added sugar.
3. Cook on poultry button or 15 minutes on manual, then squeeze on some fresh lime, and shred the chicken.
And that’s it. No matter your method- So. Dang. Easy.
What can I make with this Salsa Lime Chicken?
The bonus – this is SO versatile. Serve it in tacos (be sure to use my taco seasoning), make a Flatbread pizza, make some Taquitos or layer it over rice, zoodles or spaghetti squash.
How do I count this for 21 Day Fix or Weight Watchers?
For the 21 Day fix measure using your RED container- I count it as 1 RED and 1/2 GREEN
For Weight Watchers this Salsa Lime Chicken is ZERO points!
Find the whole recipe below!
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Salsa Lime Chicken (Instant Pot/Slow Cooker)
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 4-8 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Description
Crock Pot Salsa Lime Chicken uses simple chicken breast and store bought (no sugar added) salsa to amp up taco night. Everyone needs a 21 Day Fix recipe like this up their sleeve for those crazy weeks- just dump ingredients in the crock pot or Instant Pot and carry on!
Ingredients
- 1–2 lbs of boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 jar of organic, all natural salsa with no added sugar
- 1 lime
Instructions
Instant Pot
- Place chicken in the Instant Pot
- Top with salsa
- Lock lid and hit the poultry button or use manual/pressure cook and set for 15 minutes. After cook time, natural release
- Shred chicken and squeeze on some fresh lime juice
Slow Cooker
- Place chicken in the Slow Cooker
- Top with salsa
- Cook for 4-6 hours on low
- Shred chicken and squeeze on some fresh lime juice
Notes
Makes 4-8 servings (1 lb = 4 servings)
21 Day Fix: 1 RED, 1/2 GREEN (per serving)
WW: Green – 2 points, Blue – ZERO points, Purple – ZERO points (per serving)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3/4 cup
Keywords: dinner, chicken, slow cooker, meal prep, salsa, lime, high protein, low-carb, gluten-free, grain-free
Sarah Mills says
Love your recipes! So glad I found your page. I shared it with all my FB friends!
Nancylynn says
Thank you SO much, Sarah – such a nice message to wake up to!! Happy you found the blog and hope it helps!!
Lindsay says
making this right now! IT SMELLS SO GOOD.
Selene says
What type of salsa???
Nancylynn says
I use anything organic with minimal ingredients!
Mimi Goh says
could this be made in the instant pot? Just not sure if its enough liquid for it?
Nancylynn says
Absolutely!!! I use the poultry button and natural release and it’s perfect every time!
Laura says
How long is does this cook for in the instant pot?
Nancylynn says
I would do 15 minutes.
Risa says
Can you prep this meal ahead of time and freeze it?
Nancylynn says
YES! One of my favorites to prep and freeze!
Courtney says
16oz jar of salsa?
Pam says
You suggest using your salt-free taco seasoning with this recipe. Do you add the seasoning into the slow cooker with the chicken and salsa, or mix it in at the end?
Nancylynn says
Either would work, but I think adding it with the chicken and salsa would be best! Enjoy!
Daniel says
But how much salsa? A jar isn’t a measurement.
Nancylynn says
2-3 cups will work… the recipe is very forgiving!