This slow cooker 3-ingredient creamy avocado salsa chicken is the kind of dinner busy families come back to again and again because it takes just a few minutes to put together and still turns out rich, tender, and full of flavor. The creamy avocado salsa keeps the chicken moist as it cooks low and slow, and by dinnertime you have an easy filling for bowls, tacos, wraps, or rice plates with almost no hands-on work.
Serve this chicken over fluffy rice, cilantro-lime rice, or cauliflower rice for an easy supper, or spoon it into warm tortillas with shredded lettuce and extra diced onion. It also goes nicely with black beans, corn, sliced avocado, tortilla chips, or a simple tomato salad, and a squeeze of fresh lime helps brighten the creamy sauce even more.
Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Creamy Avocado Salsa Chicken
Servings: 6
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 (16-ounce) jar creamy avocado salsa
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese
Directions
1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a white slow cooker in an even layer.
2. Pour the creamy avocado salsa over the chicken, then add the cream cheese on top in chunks.
3. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is very tender and cooked through.
4. Shred the chicken right in the slow cooker and stir well so the meat gets coated in the creamy sauce. Serve warm.
Variations & Tips
Use chicken thighs: If your family prefers darker meat, boneless skinless chicken thighs stay especially juicy in the slow cooker and work beautifully in this recipe.
Make it spicier: Choose a hot avocado salsa or add a little diced jalapeño, green chiles, or a dash of hot sauce if you want more kick.
Soften the cream cheese: Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for a bit before adding it, or cut it into smaller cubes, so it melts more smoothly into the sauce.
Easy serving ideas for picky eaters: Serve the chicken over rice, tuck it into quesadillas, or spoon it into slider rolls. Kids often like it best with mild toppings like shredded cheese or plain tortilla strips.
Storage tip: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The chicken reheats well for quick lunches, and a splash of milk or broth can loosen the sauce if it thickens in the fridge.