Best Slow Cooker Spicy Chipotle Chicken Recipes

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SLOW COOKER SPICY CHICKEN



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I sometimes chop up a chipotle pepper and throw it in with some adobo sauce for a twist. I don't measure spices, so my measurements are conservative.

Provided by shmeya

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 4h15m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ (8 ounce) jar medium salsa
¼ cup tomato sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small red onion, chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 pinch salt and fresh ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Arrange the chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker, and pour in the salsa and tomato sauce. Add the garlic and onion, and sprinkle in the cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Set the cooker on Low, and cook until the chicken is very tender, 4 to 5 hours. Shred the chicken with two forks for serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Cholesterol 60.8 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 24.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 392.1 mg, Sugar 3 g

SLOW-COOKER SPICY CHIPOTLE CHICKEN



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Looking for a great slow-cooker recipe for chicken thighs and legs? This is it-served with white rice and a spicy chipotle kick.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 5h20m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 Tbsp. oil
2-1/2 lb. mixed boneless skinless chicken thighs and legs
1 pkt. SHAKE 'N BAKE BBQ Glaze Seasoned Coating Mix
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 Tbsp. chopped canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
4 cups instant white rice, uncooked

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook until each piece is evenly browned on both sides, turning once. Transfer chicken to slow cooker sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Sprinkle with seasoning mix, garlic powder and cumin. Add onions and peppers; cover with lid. Cook on HIGH 5 hours or until chicken is done (165°F).
  • Transfer chicken to platter. Carefully ladle liquid from slow cooker into 1-qt. glass measuring cup. Add enough boiling water to reserved liquid to measure 1 qt. (4 cups). Return liquid to slow cooker. Add rice; stir. Cover; let stand 5 min. Fluff rice with fork. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Sodium 450 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 25 g

SLOW COOKED CHIPOTLE CHICKEN



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Chipotle chile peppers add a delicious smoky and spicy flavor depth to this dish that is both warming and satisfying.

Provided by Mazola

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Mazola®

Time 3h55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed
3 tablespoons Mazola® Corn Oil
1 medium onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
½ cup warm water
1 tablespoon chicken-flavored bouillon powder
1 cup sour cream
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon Chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Pat chicken dry using paper towels. Cut chicken breasts into 2 to 3 ounce portions; add to 6-quart slow cooker.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add onions and cook for 5 to 8 minutes until tender and beginning to brown.
  • Reduce heat and add garlic; cook for 1 minute.
  • Transfer onion mixture to electric blender or food processor. Add chipotle chilies, water and bouillon powder. Puree until smooth. Pour over chicken in slow cooker; cover.
  • Cook for 2 to 3 hours on HIGH, stirring once, cooking until chicken is tender and at least 170 degrees F.
  • Whisk together sour cream and cream cheese until smooth. Stir into chicken mixture. Season with salt and pepper if desired. Continue cooking for 15 to 20 minutes on LOW or until heated through.
  • Delicious served with rice, black beans, vegetables and warm corn tortillas. Garnish with cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.8 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Cholesterol 115.8 mg, Fat 24.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 32.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 376 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

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