Slow Cooker Shredded Mexican Chicken Recipe
If you are looking for an easy and delicious meal, the whole family will love, you are in the right place. This Slow Cooker Shredded Mexican Chicken is life changing. It is the BEST recipe for busy days, and everyone loves it. We love dressing it up with all the toppings as well.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time6 hours hrs
Total Time6 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Baked Chicken, easy slow cooker recipe, mexican chicken, slow cooker
Servings: 6
Calories: 388kcal
Non-stick Cooking Spray
Slow Cooker
Cutting Board
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ¾ cup salsa
- 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
- 4 ounces green chilies 1 can
- 14½ ounces diced tomatoes 1 can
- 1 Tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 12 corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce optional topping
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese optional topping
- 1 cup salsa optional topping
Spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. Place chicken breasts inside slow cooker.
Add all the remaining ingredients on top of the chicken. Place the lid on top and cook on low for 6-7 hours.
After chicken is done cooking, remove chicken from crock pot and place on a cutting board. Using two forks, shred chicken and return to slow cooker. Return chicken to slow cooker and mix with remaining liquid.
Serve on corn tortillas with desired toppings.
Other Topping Ideas:
- Fresh bell peppers
- Jalapeños
- Banana peppers
- Tomatoes
- Chopped onions
- Spanish rice
- Beans
- Guacamole or avocado
- Salsa
- Sour cream
- Cilantro
- Limes and lime juice
Calories: 388kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 107mg | Sodium: 1277mg | Potassium: 1078mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1127IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 177mg | Iron: 3mg