Slow Cooker Mango Salsa Chicken
Slow Cooker Mango Salsa Chicken is a tropical delight that marries juicy mangoes with tender chicken, resulting in a dish bursting with flavor. This easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into an impressive meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it over rice, in tacos, or atop a fresh salad for a refreshing twist. Enjoy the taste of paradise right from your slow cooker!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe mangoes, diced
- 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add diced mangoes and chopped red onion on top.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, chili powder, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper; pour over the chicken mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Shred chicken in the pot with two forks; stir to combine before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe (approximately 210g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, sear the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker. - Customize by substituting shrimp or tofu for chicken or try using pineapple instead of mango.