Slow Cooker~40 minComplexity
4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken
This Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken provides 2g protein and 55 calories per serving across 4 servings — the lowest-calorie prepared dish in our library. Minimal prep time frees you for other meal components, though protein pairing is essential for any training goal. Best suited as a flavor base for rice or vegetable combinations.
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Ingredients
4 servings
- •6 Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(1632g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •2 cup Salsa Verde, Prepared, Store-Bought
- •1 Beer, Lager(355g)
- •2 tsp Cumin, Ground
- •salt and black pepper
- •1 JalapeñO Pepper(14g)
Instructions
- 1Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and the ground cumin.
- 2Heat a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat for 2 minutes, then add the chicken breasts and sear for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown on the exterior.
- 3Pour the salsa verde and beer around the chicken, add the sliced jalapeño pepper, and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer for 20–25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F when measured with a meat thermometer at the thickest part.
- 4Remove the chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 3 minutes, then shred completely using two forks, discarding any connective tissue.
- 5Return the shredded chicken to the pot and toss thoroughly with the salsa verde cooking liquid until fully coated and combined.
- 6Divide the shredded chicken and sauce evenly into 4 airtight containers while hot, then cool to room temperature before sealing and refrigerating.
Nutrition — Per Serving
579
calories
94g
protein
12g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 12g
- Saturated fat
- 2.3g
- Sodium
- 1277 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.5g
4 servings per batch · ~622g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken have?
Each serving contains only 2g of protein and 55 calories, making this recipe a side or appetizer rather than a primary protein source for your macros. You'd need to pair it with a separate protein to meet daily targets.
How long does 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken take to prep?
This recipe has quick prep time and yields 4 servings, making it efficient for batch cooking as a complement to other meals throughout the week.
Is 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken good for fat loss?
At 55 calories per serving with minimal fat (2g), this works as a low-calorie side or flavor booster during a cut, though the 2g protein per serving means it shouldn't be your main protein component.
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