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Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Chicken

Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Chicken


  • Author: wellness sleuth
  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: serves 4 to 6 1x

Description

This recipe is a great way to make a healthy dinner without having to put in too much effort. First, start by combining all the ingredients and giving it a good mix, then simply set it and forget it in your slow cooker. When it's done cooking, serve it up with some rice and vegetables for a delicious meal that everyone can enjoy!


Ingredients

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2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken thighs 

2 10-oz. cans Rotel fire-roasted diced tomatoes & green chilies, undrained
2 15-oz. cans black beans, rinsed and drained
3-4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small jalapeno pepper, finely diced

1½ T. hickory-flavored liquid smoke 

2 t. ground cumin

1 T. chili powder

1 t. smoked paprika

2 t. dried oregano

1 t. cayenne pepper
Salt and black pepper, to taste

2 limes, quartered
¼ c. fresh cilantro, chopped


Instructions

  1. Unroll and add chicken thighs to bottom of a 5 or 6-quart slow cooker crock. Top with tomatoes, black beans, garlic, jalapeno pepper, liquid smoke, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, and cayenne pepper. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Stir to combine, making sure the chicken thighs are coated and submerged in the liquid.

  2. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours. 30 minutes before done cooking, remove lid and shred chicken while in the slow cooker with two forks. Stir to combine shredded chicken with other ingredients. Cover and cook for remaining 30 minutes to allow chicken to absorb the flavors.

  3. Remove lid and squeeze fresh lime juice into the crock. Add cilantro and stir to combine. Season with additional salt and black pepper, if desired.

  4. To serve, spoon chicken mixture over plain brown rice or cilantro-lime rice. Top with cilantro-lime sauce if desired. Serve with remaining lime wedges. Enjoy!

Notes

Cilantro Lime Rice recipe > https://wellnesssleuth.com/cilantro-lime-rice-instant-pot/

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 to 8 hours

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