Crock Pot Shredded Chipotle Chicken Recipe

Spice up your week with this incredibly flavorful and easy Crock Pot Shredded Chipotle Chicken recipe! No salt added, this recipe boasts bold chipotle flavor and is perfect for tacos, salads, or any dish you desire. Enjoy tender, shredded chicken with a hint of smoky heat (easily adjustable with the optional Rotel!). This make-ahead recipe is perfect for busy weeknights; simply throw it in the crockpot before heading to work and enjoy delicious meals all week long. Serves 1, easily scaled up.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 370 mins
Calories 299.9 kcal
Protein 66g
Rating 4.9 (13 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Crock Pot Shredded Chipotle Chicken

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How to Make Crock Pot Shredded Chipotle Chicken

  1. Place 1.5 lbs frozen boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Add 1 (15 ounce) can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, undrained.
  3. Add 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained.
  4. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion.
  5. Add 1 cup chicken broth.
  6. Add 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained (optional).
  7. Add 1 cup frozen corn (optional).
  8. Add 1/2 cup chopped cilantro (optional).
  9. Stir gently to coat chicken. Ensure the chicken is mostly submerged in the liquid.
  10. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until chicken is easily shredded.
  11. Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred with two forks.
  12. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix with the remaining sauce.
  13. Serve in tacos with romaine lettuce, pico de gallo, shredded cheese, and sour cream. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

4g

Carbs

11g