Slow Cooker Smoky Chipotle Chicken Tortilla Stew
Slow Cooker Smoky Chipotle Chicken Tortilla Stew is a delightful dish that brings warmth and comfort to any table. This hearty stew combines tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, sweet corn, and a smoky chipotle broth that tantalizes your taste buds. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe allows you to enjoy a flavorful meal with minimal effort. Toss everything in the slow cooker, let it simmer, and savor the deliciousness of this satisfying stew.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by chopping bell peppers and mincing garlic.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, cumin, and lime juice.
- Place seasoned chicken in the slow cooker; layer with bell peppers, corn, garlic, and chipotle peppers.
- Pour chicken broth over the mixture and stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Shred cooked chicken using two forks; return it to the stew and serve hot with tortilla chips on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, sear the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker. Substitute chicken with turkey or black beans for a vegetarian twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days.