Shredded Slow Cooker Green Chile Chicken

Chicken

Shredded Slow Cooker Green Chile Chicken

Shredded Slow Cooker Green Chile Chicken
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    8 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    8 hrs 15 mins
  • SERVING
    16 People
  • VIEWS
    19

Transform your kitchen into a fiesta with this incredibly flavorful shredded chicken! Infused with zesty green chiles, aromatic cumin, and a bright lime finish, it's the ultimate filling for enchiladas, tacos, burritos, or any culinary creation your heart desires.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    6 g
  • Cholesterol
    77 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    26 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    790 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
1 mins

Coat the bottom of your slow cooker with olive oil. (1 minute)

02

Step
5 mins

Nestle the chicken breasts and thighs in the oil, then introduce one can of diced green chile peppers, the diced onion, chopped garlic, cumin, half of the lime juice, salt, and pepper. (5 minutes)

03

Step
8 hrs

Cook on Low heat until the chicken effortlessly falls apart. (Approximately 8 hours)

04

Step
10 mins

Remove the tender chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks until you have beautiful, flavorful strands. (10 minutes)

05

Step
5 mins

Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker. Add the remaining diced green chile peppers and lime juice, stirring to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. (5 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, try browning the chicken in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker.
If you like a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a chopped jalapeño to the slow cooker.
This shredded chicken freezes beautifully! Store it in airtight containers for a quick and easy meal any time.
Serve with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, or pico de gallo.

Hassan Johnstonfeest

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 6 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)

  • Freda Jacobs

    Jun 10, 2025

    This recipe is a game-changer! My family devoured it. I used it for taco night and everyone raved about the flavor.

  • Ariane Hilll

    May 15, 2025

    I was a little worried about the amount of garlic, but it turned out perfectly. Not too overpowering at all.

  • Laury Walker

    Apr 27, 2025

    So easy and so delicious! Perfect for a busy weeknight meal.

  • Orlo Collins

    Apr 20, 2025

    I added a can of black beans and some corn to the slow cooker for the last hour of cooking – it was a delicious addition!

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