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Apple Chipotle Shredded Chicken Recipe

Sweet and smoky, spicy and satisfying! This Apple Chipotle Shredded Chicken recipe delivers an unexpected flavor explosion. The chipotle peppers add a delicious smoky heat, perfectly balanced by the sweetness of apple juice. Easily adjust the spice level to your preference – from mild to fiery! This slow cooker recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal or a crowd-pleasing party dish. Serve it in tortillas with rice for a complete and unforgettable culinary experience.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 500 mins
Calories 196.7 kcal
Protein 26g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Apple Chipotle Shredded Chicken 96

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Chipotle Shredded Chicken

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons adobo seasoning, plus 1 tablespoon adobo seasoning (or more to taste)
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons chipotle pepper sauce (from a can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce) or 1-2 chipotle chiles pureed with some adobo sauce
  • 1/2 cup tomato paste
  • 1 cup apple juice
  • Mexican cheese blend, for serving (optional)
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • warm tortillas, for serving
  • cooked rice, for serving

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How to Make Apple Chipotle Shredded Chicken

  1. Place 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons adobo seasoning over the chicken.
  3. Pour 1 cup of water into the slow cooker.
  4. Cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, or until chicken is cooked through.
  5. Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred with two forks, discarding bones and skin.
  6. In a large skillet over medium heat, combine shredded chicken with 1 cup apple juice, 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained), 1/2 cup tomato paste, and 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  7. For a mild spice level, add 2 tablespoons of chipotle pepper sauce (from a can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce). For a spicier dish, add up to 4 tablespoons of sauce or puree 1-2 chipotle peppers with some of their adobo sauce and incorporate into the mixture. Reduce tomato paste accordingly for spicier versions.
  8. Add more adobo seasoning to taste (start with 1 tablespoon and add more as needed).
  9. Stir well to combine and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the juices are absorbed.
  10. Serve in warm tortillas with cooked rice and your favorite toppings.
  11. Enjoy your delicious and easy Apple Chipotle Shredded Chicken!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

32g

Carbs

1g

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