There’s something steady about coming home to a Spicy Crockpot Chipotle Chicken that has been simmering since the morning. With the crockpot chipotle chicken, the 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts and 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies slow into a tender, no-fuss dinner.
With just a few ingredients, you can create a delicious meal that pairs well with rice, tortillas, or salads. The slow cooking process ensures the chicken becomes tender and infused with chipotle flavor.
Easy Slow Cooker Chipotle Chicken
This recipe features chicken breasts cooked in a blend of chipotle peppers, tomatoes, and spices, resulting in a spicy and savory dish. It takes about 6-8 hours in the crockpot and serves 4-6 people.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
- Lime wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a blender, combine the diced tomatoes, chipotle peppers, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Layer the Ingredients: Place the chopped onion at the bottom of the crockpot. Add the chicken breasts and pour the blended sauce over the top. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the crockpot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the sauce and stir to combine.
- Serve: Serve the chipotle chicken in tortillas, over rice, or on salads. Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4-6 servings
- Calories: 280kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 36g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
I usually make this Spicy Crockpot Chipotle Chicken on a weekend and keep the leftovers for the next day’s lunch, since it reheats without drying out. A spoon of 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts stirred in at the end brightens it up.
