Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken
Why This Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken?
This Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, offering a delicious and versatile dish with minimal prep. The tender, flavorful chicken is infused with Mexican spices and can be used in tacos, burritos, salads, or simply served over rice.
Reasons You’ll Love It:
- Easy and Convenient: Just set it and forget it! Let your slow cooker do all the work.
- Versatile: This dish can be used in various meals—tacos, burritos, or even as a protein in salads.
- Rich in Flavor: Mexican spices and seasonings create a bold, flavorful dish.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4-6 hours (slow cooker)
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes – 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Directions:
- Prep the Slow Cooker: Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker or use a slow cooker liner for easy cleanup.
- Add Ingredients: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the diced tomatoes, green chilies, onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Pour the chicken broth over the top.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker. Stir to combine with the juices and seasonings.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Serve the chicken in tacos, burritos, over rice, or as a salad topping.
Kitchen Equipment Needed:
- Slow cooker
- Mixing bowl
- Forks (for shredding the chicken)
Tips for Success:
- Sear the Chicken First: For added flavor, sear the chicken breasts in a hot pan for a few minutes before placing them in the slow cooker.
- Adjust the Heat: Add more chili powder or diced jalapeños for a spicier version.
- Use Leftovers: This chicken reheats well, making it perfect for meal prep or leftovers.
Storage Information:
- Refrigeration: Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezing: Freeze the cooked and shredded chicken in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.
This Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken pairs wonderfully with tortillas, Mexican rice, or even as a filling for quesadillas!
Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken
This Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, offering a delicious and versatile dish with minimal prep. The tender, flavorful chicken is infused with Mexican spices and can be used in tacos, burritos, salads, or simply served over rice.
Equipment
- Slow cooker
- Mixing bowl
- Forks (for shredding the chicken)
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes
- 1 4 oz can diced green chilies
- 1 onion diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prep the Slow Cooker: Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker or use a slow cooker liner for easy cleanup.
- Add Ingredients: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the diced tomatoes, green chilies, onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Pour the chicken broth over the top.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker. Stir to combine with the juices and seasonings.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Serve the chicken in tacos, burritos, over rice, or as a salad topping.
Notes
Tips for Success:
Sear the Chicken First: For added flavor, sear the chicken breasts in a hot pan for a few minutes before placing them in the slow cooker.
Adjust the Heat: Add more chili powder or diced jalapeños for a spicier version.
Use Leftovers: This chicken reheats well, making it perfect for meal prep or leftovers.