Slow Cooker Green Chili Chicken
Slow Cooker Green Chili Chicken is a deliciously comforting dish that features tender chicken simmered with zesty green chilies and aromatic spices. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy recipe delivers a burst of flavor in every bite. Serve it over rice, in tacos, or as a filling for burritos to please the entire family. Enjoy this warm hug in a bowl that’s sure to become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Sour cream for serving
Instructions
- Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix together green chilies, onion, garlic, cumin, and chicken broth.
- Pour the mixture over the chicken, ensuring it's well-coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred the chicken in the slow cooker with two forks before serving. Drizzle with sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, sear the chicken before placing it in the slow cooker. - Customize by adding black beans or corn for extra nutrition. - Adjust spice levels by using more or fewer green chilies.