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Chipotle Slow Cooker Chicken
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Instructions
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Place the chipotle peppers, tomato paste and honey in the crockpot.
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Pour in the chicken broth and whisk all ingredients together.
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Add in the diced onion and garlic, whisk together, then whisk in the seasoning.
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Add in the chicken breasts and then toss in the sauce to coat completely.
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Set the crockpot to low for 4-6 hours, or 2-3 hours on high.
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Shred the chicken, discarding of any bones, if necessary.
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Serve on tacos, buns or freeze for meal prep.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Bloom Your Spices First 🔥Toast the chipotle powder and cumin in a dry skillet for 30 seconds before adding to the slow cooker to intensify their smoky, complex flavors and prevent them from tasting raw.
- Use Bone-In Thighs for Superior Results 🍗Substitute chicken breasts with bone-in, skin-on thighs for more forgiving, juicier meat that won't dry out during the long cooking process and adds richer flavor to the broth.
- Layer Your Aromatics Strategically 🧅Create a bed of sliced onions and minced garlic on the slow cooker bottom to prevent direct heat contact with chicken and infuse the entire dish with deeper, caramelized flavors.
- Reduce Liquid at the End for Sauce Richness 🍯In the last 15 minutes, transfer the chicken to a plate and reduce the cooking liquid on high heat to concentrate the chipotle and honey flavors into a luxurious sauce for serving.
- Shred Chicken While Still Hot ✂️Shred the chicken immediately after cooking while it's warm for cleaner, more tender pieces that absorb the sauce better than cold chicken torn apart later.
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Low Carb
High Protein
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