Salsa Verde Chicken Fiesta Recipe

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Hello HeyHaileyFam!

Craving a dish that’s vibrant, flavorful, and easy to make? You’re in the right place! Today, I’m sharing a recipe for a delightful Salsa Verde Chicken Fiesta that’s a symphony of zesty, creamy, and colorful flavors, making it a wonderful main course for any meal. Let’s dive in!

Why You’ll Love This Salsa Verde Chicken Fiesta

• Effortless & Convenient: This dish is simple and made in a crock pot or Instant Pot, perfect for those busy days.
• Versatile & Satisfying: It can be served over rice, with tortilla chips, or in a warm tortilla, allowing you to enjoy it in multiple ways.
• Rich & Flavorful: The combination of salsa verde, colorful bell peppers, and creamy sour cream gives a rich and savory flavor to the tender chicken.
• Customizable: Feel free to adjust the level of spiciness to your liking or add your preferred herbs for an extra layer of flavor.

Ingredients

• 16 oz Chicken Breast – Check out meat products on Wild Pastures!
• 1/2 Jar of Salsa Verde
• 1 Bag of Tri-color Organic Frozen Bell Pepper
• 1/2 Onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 Cup of Sour Cream
• 1/2 Cup of Shredded Cheese

Equipment Needed

• Crock Pot or Instant Pot – Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1
• KitchenAid Stand Mixer with Wire Whisk Attachment or Two Forks for shredding
• Wooden Spoon for mixing – OXO Good Grips Wooden Spoon 3 Piece Set

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Instructions

Step 1 – Combine Ingredients: In your crock pot or Instant Pot, combine chicken breasts, salsa verde, frozen bell peppers, and chopped onion.

Step 2 – Cooking Time: Secure the lid and let the ingredients cook together for approximately 3.5 hours.

Step 3 – Shredding the Chicken: After 3.5 hours, remove the chicken and shred it using a KitchenAid stand mixer or two forks.

Step 4 – Final Touches: Return the shredded chicken to the pot, add in the sour cream and shredded cheese, and mix well. Let the mixture sit for an additional 30 minutes on low.

Step 5 – Serving Suggestions: Serve over a bed of rice, with a side of tortilla chips, or wrapped in a warm tortilla. Garnish with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and a dollop of guacamole or extra sour cream, if desired.

Nutritional Info (Approximate)

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30g
• Fat: 15g
• Carbs: 20g
• Fiber: 3g

Variations

• Vegan: Substitute chicken with a plant-based protein and use dairy-free alternatives for sour cream and cheese.
• Gluten-Free: This recipe is naturally gluten-free.

And there you have it, a colorful and flavorful main dish that’s sure to be a hit at your dining table!

Now if you know us, you might be thinking, “I thought they were vegetarian?” Well, we try to eat as healthy as possible with as many of fruits and vegetables as possible while keeping protein intake in mind. With that said, we try to also “hide” protein in certain dishes to ensure the little ones get enough nutrition for their growing bodies. We are also VERY selective on the animal meat products and only purchase grass fed, pasture raise, and responsibly farmed. We’ve been using Wild Pastures as a delivery service and if you want to check them our here you will get a decent discount!

This Salsa Verde Chicken Fiesta has become a recent meal prep fave in the HeyHaileyFam house. Try it out and let me know your thoughts in the comments below. Enjoy your meal!

Love, Leilani