Irresistible Spicy Shredded Mexican Chicken for Tacos Delight

This Spicy Shredded Mexican Chicken recipe elevates your meals with effortless preparation and delightful flavor, perfect for tacos and more.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 4

Total Time 4 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs You can substitute with chicken breasts, though they may dry out more easily.

For the Sauce

28 ounces crushed tomatoes Ensure they are quality tomatoes for the best taste.
3 tablespoons honey Agave syrup serves as a perfect substitute.
2 tablespoons chipotles Consider using a spicier variant for an extra kick.

For Garnishing

1/4 cup cilantro Feel free to omit or substitute with parsley if desired.

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin by placing the boneless, skinless chicken thighs at the bottom of your slow cooker. Space them evenly and pour in the crushed tomatoes.
Drizzle honey over the chicken and add chopped chipotles. Stir gently to combine ingredients.
Cover and cook on low for 4 hours until chicken is tender and easy to shred.
Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, stirring well to coat every shred with sauce.
Spoon the spicy shredded chicken into warm tortillas and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For an even easier weeknight meal, prepare the ingredients in advance and refrigerate them; just pop them in the slow cooker before you leave for the day.

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