Salsa Verde Chicken Freezer Meal Recipe
Succulent chicken thighs, lovingly marinated in a zesty, tangy salsa verde, are the stars of this culinary show.
Equipment
- 1 Slow Cooker
- 1 gallon freezer bag
Ingredients
- 2 lb chicken breasts
- 16 oz tomatillo salsa verde heat choice of preference
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (juice of one lime)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
For serving
- tortillas rice, or chips
- taco toppings of your choice
Instructions
Freezer Prep Directions:
- Prepare a gallon freezer bag, labeling according to your preferred method.
- Add all ingredients to the labeled gallon freezer bag.
- Seal bag, removing as much air as possible, and freeze for up to three months.
Slow Cooker Directions:
- Thaw freezer bag in fridge 12-24 hours before cooking.
- Dump contents of the freezer bag into a slow cooker.
- Cook on low 4-6 hours.
- Shred the chicken directly in the pot with two forks and stir well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the sauce.
- Serve in tortillas, over rice, or on top of chips!
- Optional: Garnish with your favorite taco toppings!
Notes
- May top with favorite taco toppings! (cheese, guacomole, salsa, etc…)
- Make it pretty: Garnish with fresh cilantro and a lime wedge.
Nutrition
Calories: 257kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 18.9gFat: 3.9gSaturated Fat: 1.1gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 7162mgPotassium: 456mgFiber: 2.7gSugar: 20.3gCalcium: 37mgIron: 1mg
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