Salsa Verde Chicken Nachos Freezer Meal Recipe

These Salsa Verde Chicken Nachos are not just a delicious meal option; they're also a freezer meal creation. Spend a little time prepping these nachos in advance, and you'll have a freezer stocked with a lifesaver for those chaotic days when cooking is the last thing on your mind.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 4

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mexican

Servings

Calories 477 kcal

Equipment

1 Slow Cooker
1 gallon freezer bag

Ingredients

2-3 lbs Chicken thighs boneless/skinless
16 oz Tomatillo Salsa Verde Heat of preference
2 tbsp Fresh lime juice Juice of 1 lime
1 tsp Garlic powder
1/2 tsp Salt

For serving:

1 Bag Tortilla Chips Large
2-4 cups Cheddar cheese

Instructions

Prep/freezer directions:

Label gallon freezer bag according to preferred labeling method.
Add all ingredients to a labeled gallon freezer bag.
Store in the freezer for up to three months.

Slow cooker directions:

Thaw overnight in fridge (meal may not be 100% thawed but that is ok)
Add freezer bag contents into slow cooker.
Cook on low for 4-6 hours.
Shred chicken thighs and stir in sauce in slow cooker.
Serve over chips and top with cheese. Melt cheese in microwave and enjoy. Optional: Garnish with your favorite taco toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 477kcalCarbohydrates: 45.1gProtein: 29.2gFat: 23.9gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 5171mgPotassium: 373mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15.5gCalcium: 387mgIron: 1mg

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