Three-ingredient slow cooker shredded chicken
3
Points®
Total time: 4 hr 5 min • Prep: 5 min • Cook: 4 hr • Serves: 8 • Difficulty: Easy
Three simple ingredients are all it takes to set you up for a multitude of healthy meals; simply batch cook the chicken and get in easy protein all week. Use the saucy shredded chicken in bowls, tacos, fajitas, sandwiches, or pizzas. You can also freeze portions of the cooked chicken for easy meal prep later on.
Ingredients
Salsa
1 cup(s)
Fajita seasoning mix
1 oz
Uncooked skinless boneless chicken breast
2 pound(s)
Instructions
1
In a slow cooker, stir together the salsa and seasoning mix. Add the chicken and turn over to coat. Cover and cook until the chicken is tender, on High for 3 ½ to 4 hours or Low for 6 to 7 hours.
2
Remove the chicken from the cooker and place on a plate or cutting board. Shred the chicken with 2 forks and return to the cooker, tossing to coat with the sauce.
3
Serving size: about ½ cup
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