Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?

Absolutely! Boneless, skinless chicken thighs work wonderfully. Cook them for 4-5 hours on LOW or 2-3 hours on HIGH since they cook faster than breasts. Thighs stay juicier and have more flavor.

How can I make this spicier?

Add diced jalapeños (fresh or jarred), use hot salsa, stir in cayenne pepper or hot sauce, or add a can of diced green chiles. Start with small amounts and taste as you go.

Why is my chicken dry?

Dry chicken usually means it cooked too long or there wasn't enough liquid. Make sure the salsa covers the bottom and check the chicken at the minimum cooking time. Adding an extra 1/4 cup of chicken broth can help if your salsa is very thick.

Simple 5-Ingredient Crockpot Tex Mex Chicken (Perfect Meal Prep!)

Name: Crockpot Tex Mex Chicken
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: PT-491168H11M45S
Total time: 4 h 5 min
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients: 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast; 1 tablespoon taco seasoning; 8 oz salsa of choice; 15 oz black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 cup frozen corn

Crockpot Tex Mex Chicken

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Simple 5-ingredient dump-and-go recipe creates tender, flavorful chicken perfect for meal prep. Ready in 4-8 hours with minimal effort.

Author: Sarah Mae Carter
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 4-8 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Main Dish
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
8 oz salsa of choice
15 oz black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup frozen corn

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Pour salsa into bottom of crockpot. Place chicken breasts on top. Sprinkle with taco seasoning. Add black beans and corn. Stir gently, ensuring sauce is underneath chicken.
Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4 hours until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and shreds easily.
Use two forks to shred chicken directly in crockpot. Stir everything together to mix chicken with beans, corn, and sauce. Serve in taco shells, over bowls, in salads, or as dip.

Notes

Chicken thighs work great – cook 4-5 hours on LOW or 2-3 hours on HIGH. Boneless with skin removed.
Use crockpot liners for easy cleanup. Hand mixer makes shredding even easier.
Add jalapeños, cayenne, or hot salsa for extra spice. Store leftovers up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (1 cup)
Calories: 218 kcal
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 580 mg
Fat: 3 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 26 g
Fiber: 8 g
Protein: 24 g
Cholesterol: 65 mg

Find it online: https://www.benefitiany.com/crockpot-tex-mex-chicken/