This crockpot salsa chicken is the easiest recipe for busy weeknights with easy cleanup. Similar to Crockpot Green Chile Chicken and Crockpot Southwest Chicken, but with just 3 simple ingredients, this creamy salsa chicken dump and go recipe is super versatile, and a meal the whole family will love.

plate of finished chicken with rice in front of slow cooker.

The flavor is wonderful. It's a creamy, salsa shredded chicken that's delicious in burritos, burrito bowls, enchiladas and tacos. Or just serve it over rice, cauliflower rice, or even as a warm dip with tortilla chips.

If you love Mexican food, you'll love this recipe.

The flavorful chicken gets its tastiness from salsa and cream cheese - a surprising ingredient that gives extra flavor and creaminess to this recipe.

This chicken is great for meal prep. You can make it at the beginning of the week and use it for different meals all week long.

Ingredient Notes

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You're going to love how easy this recipe is! Only 3 easy ingredients you'll find at the grocery store are needed to make this delicious meal.

Cream cheese - A block of cream cheese works better than the whipped version. If you only have whipped cream cheese, you can use it, but the end result will have more liquid.
Salsa - Use your favorite salsa. You can use jarred, fresh or homemade salsa. Red or green will work, depending on the flavor you want. If you like spice, feel free to choose a hot salsa.
Chicken - I used boneless skinless chicken breasts, but boneless chicken thighs or a mix of the two will also work great.

See recipe card below for full ingredients list and instructions.

How to Make Salsa Chicken

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Step 1. Place chicken into a slow cooker. Pour salsa over the top of the chicken and add a block of cream cheese.

ingredients in slow cooker after they have been cooked but is not shredded.

Step 2. Cook on High for 3-4 hours or Low for 5-6 hours.

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Step 3. Once fully cooked, remove chicken breasts and shred meat. Place back into the slow cooker and stir to mix everything together.

Recipe Tips

You should have a really flavorful chicken, but this can vary depending on your salsa. If it doesn't quite have the full flavor, add a little bit of salt or sprinkle taco seasoning in the mix.

You should be able to shred the chicken with a fork, but you can also scoop out the chicken and place it in a stand mixer with a paddle attachment. Just turn the mixer on low and it will shred the chicken. Then place the chicken back in the slow cooker to mix back in with the juices.

plate of crockpot salsa chicken on a bed of rice.

How to Serve Crockpot Salsa Chicken

This great recipe is just so versatile. When paired with just about anything, it makes a delicious easy dinner. Here are some serving suggestions.

Rice - The easiest way to serve this easy salsa chicken recipe is with a bowl of rice. Regular white or brown rice is great, but cilantro lime rice or Spanish rice are also fantastic options. You can even make a Spanish Cauliflower Rice if you're trying to sneak in extra veggies.

Burritos/Burrito Bowls - Serve with all the fixings for a burrito or burrito bowl, like black beans, rice, cheese, sour cream, chopped lettuce, fresh cilantro and fresh salsa.

Tacos/Lettuce Wraps - Serve with your favorite taco fixings, and a little hot sauce, and have tacos or a delicious lettuce wrap.

Enchiladas - Use this slow cooker salsa chicken in your favorite enchilada recipe - or make the simplest enchiladas by wrapping this chicken in tortillas, adding to a baking dish, topping with your favorite enchilada sauce and a bit of melty cheese. Bake covered on 350 degrees F for about 30 minutes (removing the cover for the last 10 minutes or so).

finished slow cooker salsa chicken topped with limes, cilantro, and jalapeno.

How to Store Creamy Salsa Chicken

Store this cooked chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. You can reheat it in the microwave, on the stove, or place it back in the crockpot.

This chicken also freezes well! Add to freezer bags and store for 3-4 months. Thaw overnight and reheat anytime you need a fast meal.

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