This slow cooker salsa chicken is a versatile dish to serve many different ways. It's made with chicken, salsa, beans and seasonings. It can be served in tacos, salads, over rice, in tortillas or for nachos.
2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
16 oz. favorite salsa
1 oz. taco seasoning (2 T.)
15 oz. canned black or pinto beans, drained and rinsed
optional toppings: 2 c. shredded Mexican blend cheese, cilantro, chopped green onions
Combine the chicken, salsa, and taco seasoning in the slow cooker. Cover.
Cook on HIGH for 4 hours or on LOW for 6 hours until the chicken is easily shredded.
Use two forks to shred the chicken in the slow cooker; toss with the juices. Add the beans. Cover.
Warm the beans for 30-60 minutes.
Serve over your favorite rice, in tacos, in tortillas, over tortilla chips for nachos, or tossed in a salad with optional toppings, if desired.
8 servings.