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The “Slow and Low Salsa Chicken” Recipe

by | Sep 23, 2014 | Recipes

Enjoy a Low-Calorie Slow-Cooker Meal Tonight!

Minutes to Prepare: 5

Minutes to Cook: 480

Number of Servings: 8

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

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.

Nutritional Info

  • Servings Per Recipe: 8
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories:         164.9
  • Total Fat:        2.5 g
  • Cholesterol:    67.9 mg
  • Sodium:          253.3 mg
  • Total Carbs:    7.3 g
  • Dietary Fiber:  2.1 g
  • Protein:           27.6 g