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Crockpot Queso Chicken

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Crockpot Queso Chicken Delight

This Crockpot Queso Chicken is a creamy, cheesy dish perfect for dinner gatherings that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds chicken breasts or thighs for extra tenderness
For the Sauce
  • 16 ounces queso dip the star of the dish
  • 1 cup salsa choose your favorite variety
  • ½ cup cream cheese opt for reduced-fat for a lighter version
For the Topping
  • 1 cup shredded cheese try a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by placing the chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker, spread out evenly.
  2. Pour 16 ounces of queso dip over the chicken, then add 1 cup of salsa on top.
  3. Dollop ½ cup of cream cheese alongside the queso and salsa, and sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese over the top.
  4. Cover your slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
  5. Once done, shred the chicken in the cooker using two forks and stir gently.
  6. Serve with your favorite toppings like diced avocado, jalapeños, or fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize flavors with spices like cumin or smoked paprika. This dish is freezer-friendly and perfect for meal prep.

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