Ingredients
– 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 cups green chili sauce (canned or homemade)
– 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 can corn, drained
– 1 large onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– ½ cup chopped cilantro (optional for garnish)
– Lime wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
Creating Slow Cooker Green Chili Chicken is straightforward when you follow these easy steps:
1. Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
2. In a bowl, mix together the green chili sauce, black beans, corn, diced onion, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring the chicken is well covered.
4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
5. After cooking, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the pot.
6. Stir everything together, ensuring the shredded chicken is coated with the sauce and mixed with beans and corn.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or spices to your preference.
8. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired, and serve hot.
Following these steps will reward you with a dish that’s not just beautiful but also utterly delicious!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 30g