Have a little south-of-the-border party at dinnertime tonight when you serve up this heavenly 5 ingredient Crock Pot Queso Chicken Recipe!
Then… add even more fun flavor your week when you make this delicious Slow Cooker Enchilada Chicken, too!
Crock Pot Queso Chicken Recipe
Are you ready to give Taco Tuesday a kick in the pants this week?
This Crock Pot Queso Chicken Recipe is like having a fiesta celebration on a plate! It’s the perfect blend of spice and zing drowning in cheesy liquid gold!
After visiting Mexico a few times, I fell in love with all of the flavors found in Mexican food.
Easy Mexican Recipes are my favorite, and this colorful dish has all of those classic vibrant flavors packed into one family favorite entree!
And guess what else… thanks to your trusty crockpot and 5 minutes of prep time, this flavor-packed dish is the EASIEST dinner you’ll make all week!
Seriously, just 5 ingredients and you’re done!
So are you ready to kick up the flavor for supper tonight with this glorious Slow Cooker Chicken Queso?
You can enjoy this savory dish with a side of chips, or shred it and use it for tacos, burritos, or nachos!
Seriously… the options are endless!
Here’s what you’ll need to get started…
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Crock Pot Queso Chicken Ingredients
It takes just a few simple ingredients to create the ultimate Queso Chicken dinner!
Here’s what you’ll need to grab at the grocery store this week…
- Chicken Breasts – fresh or thawed if previously frozen
- Salsa Con Queso – use the recommended name brand for best flavor
- Rotel
- Diced Green Chiles
- Garlic Salt
That’s it. Just 5 easy ingredients to create this extravagant dinnertime showstopper!!
You’ll also need a 5 – 6 quart Crock Pot to get the job done.
How To Make Crock Pot Queso Chicken
It’s actually so EASY to make this Queso Chicken in your slow cooker!
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. Cook your chicken in your crockpot, and then drain and discard the juices.
2. Spoon the Queso over your chicken, sprinkle with garlic salt, then top it with Rotel and green chiles.
3. Continue cooking until done.
Once done, serve it up and enjoy every last delicious bite!
See… I told you this was going to be EASY!!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
What To Serve With Your Queso Chicken
Want to make your slow cooked chicken even better?
These easy dinner sides serve up big, family pleasing flavors with hardly any effort… and they create the perfect pairing for your Queso chicken.
- Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe
- Mexican Style Rice
- Your favorite Tortilla Chips served with Fresh Blender Salsa or Skillet Chili Queso Dip
- Fresh Homemade Guacamole
- Cornbread Muffins topped with Butter
- Dinner Rolls
- Fresh Green Salad
How To Store Slow Cooker Queso Chicken
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
You can reheat the next day for another easy weeknight meal!
Crockpot Queso Chicken Reviews
What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Crockpot Queso Chicken Recipe…
Jennifer writes: “Amazing dish!”
Kris writes: “Great recipe for the busy person, it was awesome”
Kelly writes: “Really flavorful!”
Jessica writes: “This was sooo good – this was a great dish!
Ashley writes: “Easy and Delicious.”
Ardelle writes: “This was amazing! Made it into chicken tacos”
Tara writes: “I ate mine with tortilla chips and it was great! Super easy!”
Lyssa writes: “Super easy and super delicious! Goes great with rice or on a tortilla.”
Amanda writes: “I shredded it and made into a burrito!!”
Lydia writes: “It was delicious. Served as chicken tacos and they were a hit”
Michelle writes: “Great with salad and on quesadillas! Seriously yummy!”
Trista writes: “👏🏼👍🏼👌🏼 This was a favorite!!!”
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Crock Pot Queso Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 lbs. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (fresh or thawed)
- 3/4 cup Medium Salsa con Queso Dip
- 10 oz. Mild Rotel (drained)
- 4 oz. can Diced Green Chiles (drained)
- 1/2 tsp. Garlic Salt
Instructions
- Place chicken in Crock Pot, and cook on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 6 hours.
- After 3 hours on HIGH or 6 hours on LOW, drain juices from Crock Pot.
- Evenly spread Queso over chicken, then sprinkle with Garlic Salt. Top with Rotel and Green Chiles.
- Cook on HIGH for 1/2 hour (covered), or until done.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh chopped Cilantro and Enjoy!
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Tara says
Would the cooking time be less if I only do 1-1.5 lbs of chicken breast tenders??
Heidi says
Yes, you will need to shorten the cook time for that. I would just keep an eye on the chicken and check periodically to see how fast it’s cooking. ENJOY!
Shannon says
Can I cook this but use velveeta instead of cheese queso from a jar? I have rotel and my kids would prefer chicken breast while not shredded. I didn’t know if you had any suggestions. This looks Devine and would be awesome to come home and make some Mexican rice to serve with it.
Heidi says
Hi Shannon ~ I honestly haven’t tried this recipe substituting Velveeta, but if you do… let me know how it turns out!
Christie says
Thanks for sharing this recipe with us Heidi! I bet that chicken was mega tender. Sounds so amazing and great for meal prep
Heidi says
It really is SO tender and delicious, Christie! And you’re right… perfect for meal prep for later in the week, too!
Marissa says
This is super easy to make and very delicious! Second time making it. Going to try some of the other recipes on this page very soon.
Thank you!
From a young woman just starting to cook for her boyfriend to become wife material.
Heidi says
Aww… you’re very welcome, Marissa! So glad you liked it, and that your man liked it, too! 🙂
Vikki says
When it says cook chicken in the crockpot, do you put anything with it, liquid or anything?
Heidi says
Hi Vikki ~ you’ll cook just the chicken in the crockpot for the first step. No extra liquid is needed, because the chicken will quickly release juices and cook in its own juices. Hope that helps! 🙂
Vikki says
Thank you!!
Heidi says
You’re very welcome, Vikki… ENJOY! 🙂
Maria says
Has anyone tried this as a freezer meal? Do you think it could work as a Freezer Meal?
Merrideth says
This looks good! This is the first recipe I’ve seen so far that cooks the chicken first and then adds everything else and only cooks for 30 minutes. Still simple, but makes sure the other ingredients don’t get overcooked. I can’t wait to try this.
Meghan says
I must make this. It sounds divine.
Heidi says
It’s SO yummy, Meghan… hope you love it! 🙂
Candy says
Thanks for sharing! It looks delicious!
Heidi says
You’re very welcome, Candy! It really is so easy to make and SO delicious! 😉