Dinner just got easy with this simple recipe for Crockpot Salsa Chicken Thighs with Potatoes. This is the ultimate set it and forget it recipe! You only need three main ingredients for this high-protein balanced meal that is great for meal prepping.

slow cooker chicken and potatoes with salsa.

I am a big fan of slow cooker meals. It’s just so easy to throw in a bunch of ingredients and end up with a delicious home-cooked meal.

I got two slow cookers as wedding presents and I have used them faithfully for the last two decades (my husband and I celebrated our 20th wedding anniversary this past summer)!

With this easy chicken and potatoes recipe, you literally only need three ingredients. It’s one of those perfect “set it and forget it” meals great for busy days.

Why You Need This Recipe

  • Crockpot chicken recipes result in tender chicken because the moisture is trapped in the pot. No dry texture here!
  • This easy recipe can be adapted to your liking. Use spicy salsa if that’s what you like or use mild salsa for flavors the entire family can enjoy.
  • This delicious recipe also makes great leftovers. See my other favorite healthy chicken slow cooker recipes.

Key Ingredients

ingredients for making slow cooker chicken potatoes.
  • Chicken thighs are great because they have slightly more fat than chicken breasts, resulting in more flavor. They’re also usually cheaper than chicken breasts too, but you can use either. I used boneless chicken thighs that were also skinless.
  • Small potatoes such as red potatoes or gold potatoes are also budget-friendly and easy to find.
  • Prepared salsa adds the flavor in this slow cooker recipe.

Please see the full recipe card at the end of this post for the exact measurements.

Recipe Steps

collage for how to make slow cooker chicken and potatoes with salsa.

Step One

Spray the crockpot with cooking spray and add salsa to the bottom.

Step Two

Wash the potatoes, place them on the salsa, and cut larger ones in half.

Step Three

Add chicken thighs on top, cover, and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 5–6 hours.

The cooking time may vary depending on your type of slow cooker.

Step Four

Serve hot with your favorite toppings like cilantro, guacamole, or jalapeños.

I hope you agree that the next time you want a complete meal in one pot, you’ll try this great recipe with juice chicken thighs.

slow cooker chicken bite shot.

Recipe Tips

  • This recipe can easily be doubled for more servings.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat before serving.
  • Feel free to add ingredients to change up this easy meal. Try adding Italian seasoning, onion powder, or even cream of chicken soup if you want a creamy version (try my dairy-free cream of chicken soup recipe).

Recipe FAQs

Do I need to add chicken broth to the slow cooker when cooking chicken?

The slow cooker doesn’t always require broth or a liquid. In this case, the liquid from the salsa is enough to keep the chicken moist. But, feel free to add broth if you want more of a soup.

Can I cook this slow cooker chicken dish in the Instant Pot?

Yes, but you may need to add more liquid to get the pressure cooker up to pressure.

Can I use sweet potatoes instead of white potatoes?

Yes, but you may need to cut them into cubes so they get cooked through.

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slow cooker chicken and potatoes with guacamole.

Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes (3-Ingredients)

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Dinner just got easy with this simple recipe for Crockpot Salsa Chicken Thighs with Potatoes. This is the ultimate set it and forget it recipe! You only need three main ingredients for this high-protein meal that is great for meal prepping.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 1/2 cups prepared salsa (you can use mild, medium, or hot)
  • 1 1/2 pounds small red or gold potatoes (equals about 8-9 small potatoes)
  • 1.25 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 4 pieces)

Instructions

  1. Spray the inside of a medium or large crockpot lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Spoon or pour the salsa into the bottom of the crockpot.
  3. Next, wash the potatoes and pat them dry. Place them in the crockpot on top of the salsa. If the potatoes are larger than 2-inches in diameter, you can cut them in half or quarter them.
  4. Use tongs to place the chicken thighs on top of the potatoes and salsa.
  5. Place the lid on the crockpot and set to low temperature for 8 hours or high temperature for 5-6 hours.
  6. When the cook time is up, remove the lid. You can either use a serving spoon to serve the chicken pieces with the potatoes whole, or you can use a spatula to mix together the chicken, salsa, and potatoes, and serve it more like a stew.
  7. Top the mixture with your favorite toppings including chopped cilantro, extra salsa, guacamole, avocado slices, yogurt or sour cream (use dairy-free versions for dairy-free diets), shredded cheese, or sliced jalapenos (I personally love pickled candied jalapenos).
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

  1. This recipe can easily be doubled for more servings.
  2. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat before serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 331
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 614 mg
  • Fat: 6.5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 34.1 g
  • Fiber: 4.8 g
  • Protein: 33.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 140.1 mg

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