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David Murphy

3 Ingredient Salsa Chicken

Make creamy 3-ingredient salsa chicken in minutes—just chicken, ranch, and salsa. No-cook with rotisserie chicken or quickly cook in the Instant Pot. Perfect for tacos, bowls, and sliders.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Entree
Cuisine: American
Calories: 332

Ingredients
  

  • 24 ounces chicken breast shredded
  • 1/2 cup salsa fresh or jarred
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • cheddar cheese optional
  • sour cream optional
  • cilantro optional

Instructions
 

  1. Add the shredded chicken to a large bowl
  2. Then add ranch dressing
  3. Next add salsa
  4. Mix until well combined
  5. Place in a serving bowl and optionally top with sour cream, cheddar cheese and cilantro

Nutrition

Serving: 6ouncesCalories: 332kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 37gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 117mgSodium: 681mgPotassium: 732mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 218IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Tips

  • Thicker salsa = thicker mix: Restaurant-style or pico works best; drain extra-juicy salsa a bit.
  • Season at the end: Salsa and ranch bring salt—taste before adding anything else.
  • Texture control: For extra creamy, add another spoonful of ranch; for brighter, add a squeeze of lime.
  • Cheese melt: If you want it hot and melty, stir in cheddar and microwave 30–60 seconds.

Make it Your Own

  • Spicy: Use hot salsa, add a pinch of chipotle powder, or a dash of hot sauce.
  • Tex-Mex: Fold in black beans and corn for a heartier filling.
  • Low-carb: Serve over shredded lettuce with avocado and jalapeños.
  • Dairy-free: Swap ranch for a dairy-free version or use mashed avocado + lime.
  • BBQ twist: Replace ranch with your favorite BBQ sauce for a sweet-heat vibe.

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