Slow-Cooker Salsa Chicken

Yield: 8 servings 

Ingredients 

• 2 pounds (32 ounces) chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
• 1 cup salsa, homemade or purchased
• 1 cup petite diced canned tomatoes (choose low-sodium)
• 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning
• 1 cup onions, diced fine
• 1/2 cup celery diced fine
• 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
• 3 tablespoons sour cream, reduced fat

Preparation

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Salsa Chicken is easy to make; just put all the ingredients in a slow cooker and let the machine do the work. There are infinite variations, and your family is guaranteed to like each one. 

6-8 hours to prepare; 15 minutes of active cooking time

Makes 8 one-cup servings of chicken. 

Place the chicken in a slow cooker. Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the meat then layer the vegetables and salsa on top. Pour a half cup water over the mixture, set on low and cook for 6-8 hours. The meat is cooked when it shreds or reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. When ready to serve, break up the chicken with two forks then stir in the sour cream. 

Makes eight 1 cup servings.

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