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Slow Cooker Chipotle Chicken
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Slow Cooker Chipotle Chicken

Slow Cooker Chipotle Chicken - A mouthwatering slow cooker chicken recipe that is exploding with flavor!  This spicy, smoky shredded chicken is the perfect versatile filling for tacos, enchiladas, burritos, nachos, and taco salads!  Add your favorite toppings for a flavorful chicken dish that's sure to become a new family favorite!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
4 hrs
Total Time
4 hrs 5 mins
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 3 lb. chicken breast boneless, skinless
  • 1 tbsp tomato bouillon Knorr brand, with chicken flavor
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp. onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 7 oz. chipotles in adobo can
  • 1/4 cup salsa
  • 1/2 yellow onion sliced
  • 4.5 oz. diced green chiles undrained, canned
  • cilantro optional garnish, chopped

Instructions

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  1. Add chicken breasts to slow cooker. Top with bouillon, all of the spices, salsa, onion, and canned green chiles. Open the can of chipotles in adobo and dice the chiles. If you like spicy food, add the diced chiles and the sauce from the can to the slow cooker. To make less spicy, you could use some of the sauce instead of the chiles, or use a small amount of chiles.
  2. Cook on low for 4-6 hours, or until the chicken reaches 165° degrees. My chicken is done before 4 hours, but each slow cooker works differently.
  3. Using 2 forks, shred the chicken into your desired texture. Mix it in well with everything in the slow cooker. Top with cilantro if desired. This meat is excellent on taco salads, in burritos, on nachos, in quesadillas, in tacos, and as a filling for enchiladas. Enjoy!