Slow Cooker Mexican-Style Chicken

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 13
A Flavorful and Easy Slow Cooker Mexican-Style Chicken Recipe
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Prep

10 min

Cook

6-8 hours

Ready In

6-8 hours 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup tomato salsa
1/2 cup chipotle salsa
1/2 cup pineapple preserves
1 pound skinless , boneless chicken

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
300
Sugar
16g
Fat
2g
Mexican-style chicken is a popular dish that combines tender chicken with flavorful sauces and spices. This slow cooker version is especially easy, making it perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. By using a combination of tomato and chipotle salsas, you get the perfect blend of tangy and spicy without too much heat. The addition of pineapple preserves adds a touch of sweetness to balance out the flavors. This recipe is versatile and can be served over rice or in tortillas with your favorite toppings. This meal is perfect to serve to a crowd or for meal prep for a quick and easy dinner option.

Instructions

1.Pour the tomato salsa, chipotle salsa, and pineapple preserves into a slow cooker, stirring to combine.
2.Add the chicken and turn to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce.
3.Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and fork-tender.
4.Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes before shredding with two forks.
5.Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the sauce.
6.Serve the chicken over rice or in tortillas with your favorite Mexican-style toppings, such as diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, avocado slices, or shredded cheese.

PROS

This recipe is delicious, easy to prepare, and can be customized to your taste preferences with different salsas and toppings.

The slow cooker allows the chicken to become extra tender and juicy without much effort.

This recipe can be made in advance and reheated for meal prep or a quick dinner.

CONS

This recipe may be too spicy for some taste preferences.

The pineapple preserves add sweetness to the dish, which may not be desired by those who prefer a savory flavor profile.

Slow cooking may not be an option for those who need dinner on the table quickly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The protein in the chicken helps to build and repair muscles, while also keeping you feeling full and satisfied.
The salsa in this recipe adds flavor without adding extra calories or fat.
Pineapple is a good source of vitamin C, which can boost your immune system and protect against disease.
This recipe can easily be made low-carb by serving the shredded chicken on a bed of lettuce or cauliflower rice rather than rice or tortillas.

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