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Crockpot Green Chile Chicken

Crockpot Green Chile Chicken is flavorful, versatile, and has just enough spice. This dump and go slow cooker recipe is perfect for using in burritos, tacos, enchiladas, or serving over rice.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time3 hours
Total Time3 hours 5 minutes
Course: chicken, dinner, Slow Cooker
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 204kcal
Author: Sarah Baumeister

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp. avocado oil
  • 1 5 oz. can green chiles
  • ½ cup chicken stock
  • ½ onion diced
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1 tsp. chili powder

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to slow cooker.
  • Cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  • Shred chicken with a fork and add lime juice. Stir everything together and enjoy.

Notes

  • Adding the lime juice last, right before serving, helps ensure the freshest taste.
  • Canned green chilis truly add next to no heat, feel free to double the amount for more flavor.
  • Add chili powder or hot sauce for more heat to this dish.

Nutrition

Calories: 204kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 289mg | Potassium: 555mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 735IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 2mg