Simple Slow Cooker Picante Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and fuss-free Simple Slow Cooker Picante Chicken recipe! With just 10 minutes of prep, this dish combines tender, slow-cooked chicken breasts with zesty picante sauce, bold taco seasoning, and the freshness of bell peppers and onions. The slow cooker does all the work, infusing the chicken with rich, savory flavors while you go about your day. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a vibrant, restaurant-quality touch. Whether served over rice, tucked into tortillas, or as a taco filling, this crowd-pleaser is a perfect choice for those craving a hearty, Mexican-inspired meal that’s as easy as it is delicious. Perfectly simple, undeniably satisfying, and ideal for busy days!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups Picante sauce (mild, medium, or hot based on preference)
- 1 packet Taco seasoning
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large Bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium Onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1 piece Lime, cut into wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker in a single layer.
Pour the picante sauce evenly over the chicken.
Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the chicken and sauce.
Add the minced garlic, sliced bell pepper, and sliced onion on top of the chicken and sauce.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it to cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/73.9°C).
Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, mixing it with the sauce and vegetables.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Stir in freshly chopped cilantro if desired.
Serve the picante chicken warm with lime wedges on the side. It pairs perfectly with rice, tortillas, or as a taco filling.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1471 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.9 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 7118 mg | 309% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.3 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.4 g | ||
| Protein | 220.0 g | 440% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 3241 mg | 69% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
