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Close-up of a white bowl filled with saucy, shredded Slow Cooker Shredded Mexican Chicken.

Slow Cooker Shredded Mexican Chicken


  • Author: ferecipe.com
  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 min
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

Simple recipe for tender, flavorful shredded chicken made in a slow cooker, perfect for tacos, burritos, or bowls.


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Pour the undrained diced tomatoes and green chilies over the chicken.
  3. Add the rinsed black beans, taco seasoning, chicken broth, chopped onion, and cumin to the slow cooker.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
  5. Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred using two forks.
  6. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to coat with the sauce.
  7. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra spice, add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper with the cumin.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the lid for the last 30 minutes of cooking time on high.
  • This chicken freezes well for later use.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 4
  • Sodium: 450
  • Fat: 6
  • Saturated Fat: 1
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 15
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 40
  • Cholesterol: 110

Keywords: slow cooker, shredded chicken, mexican chicken, easy chicken, crockpot