Slow Cooker Keto Salsa Chicken

A tantalizing fusion of robust flavors, this Slow Cooker Keto Salsa Chicken melds the simplicity of salsa-infused chicken with the richness of cheese, creating a dish that's both effortless and satisfying. This recipe is a perfect addition to your keto meal plan, offering a high-fat, low-carb solution for dinner that practically cooks itself.

Course Dinner

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword chicken, dinner, easy recipe, Keto, Low-Carb, Salsa, slow cooker

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 4

Total Time 4 10

Servings servings

Calories 310kcal

Equipment

Slow cooker
Two forks (for shredding chicken)
Bowl for mixing

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup sugar-free salsa
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
In a bowl, mix together the salsa, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker, making sure the chicken is well-coated.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked through.
Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks, directly in the slow cooker, and stir to combine with the salsa mixture.
Top the shredded chicken with shredded cheddar cheese, cover the slow cooker again, and let it sit for a few minutes until the cheese is melted.
Serve the Slow Cooker Keto Salsa Chicken garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

If you prefer a spicier dish, consider adding chopped jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the salsa mixture. For a creamier texture, you can stir in 1/2 cup of cream cheese or sour cream just before adding the shredded cheese.

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