Crock Pot Mexican Shredded Chicken
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5.0
9 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
6 hrs
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Total Time
6 hrs 10 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
140 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Crock Pot Mexican Shredded Chicken
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A few simple ingredients makes this Crock Pot Mexican Shredded Chicken so delicious. The chicken cooks tender and flavorful and can be used in many different ways.
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Ingredients
- 3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
- 1 can 4 oz green chilies
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot.
- In a separate bowl, mix the diced tomatoes, green chilies, onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, and chili powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the tomato and spice mixture over the chicken in the crockpot; Add chicken broth to the crockpot.
- Mix thoroughly to ensure the chicken is evenly covered with the ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the chicken is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Once the chicken is cooked, shred it using two forks inside the crockpot. Stir to mix well with the sauce.
Notes
- Chicken: This recipe uses boneless, skinless chicken breasts for leaner meat, but you can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for more flavor and moisture.
- Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
140kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Protein
20g
(40%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Trans Fat
0.01g
Cholesterol
55mg
(18%)
Sodium
342mg
(14%)
Potassium
615mg
(18%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
749IU
(15%)
Vitamin C
14mg
(16%)
Calcium
61mg
(6%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 140 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 140kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 55mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 342mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 615mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 749IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 61mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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9 reviews
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