Mexican Gobbler (Slow Cooker)

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 4
Slow cooked Mexican Gobbler recipe perfect for a hearty dinner
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

6-8 hours

Ready In

6-8 hours 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs skinless turkey thighs
8 ounces tomato sauce
4 ounces of chopped roasted green chilies , with their juice
3 white pearl onions , chopped
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 pinch ground cumin
1 garlic clove
8 large flour tortillas , at room temperature
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2/3 cup sour cream
diced fresh tomato
shredded iceberg lettuce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
403
Sugar
3g
Fat
16g
Mexican Gobbler (Slow Cooker) is a tasty and filling recipe that is perfect for a hearty dinner. The main ingredient, turkey thighs, are cooked in a slow cooker with tomato sauce, chopped roasted green chilies, onions, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, ground cumin, and garlic. Once cooked, the turkey is shredded and served with flour tortillas, cheddar cheese, diced tomato, iceberg lettuce, and sour cream for a delicious Mexican-inspired meal. This recipe is easy to make and perfect for those who want a hassle-free dinner option.

Instructions

1.In a slow cooker, mix together tomato sauce, chopped roasted green chilies, chopped onions, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, ground cumin, and garlic clove.
2.Add the turkey thighs and coat with the sauce mixture.
3.Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
4.Once cooked, shred the turkey thighs using two forks.
5.To serve, place a tortilla on a plate and add shredded turkey, cheddar cheese, diced tomato, shredded iceberg lettuce, and a dollop of sour cream.
6.Roll up the tortilla and enjoy!

PROS

This Mexican Gobbler recipe is flavorful and filling, making it a perfect dinner option for family and friends.

The slow cooker method makes the turkey thighs tender and juicy.

It also requires minimal effort since all the ingredients are combined in the slow cooker and left to cook on their own.

CONS

The recipe calls for flour tortillas, which can be high in calories if not consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Turkey is a great source of lean protein and is lower in fat than other meat options.
It is also rich in important nutrients such as vitamin B6 and niacin.
The roasted green chilies in the recipe contain capsaicin, which has anti-inflammatory properties.

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