Slow Cooker Chicken Tinga Prep

Slow Cooker Chicken Tinga Prep

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Mexican · 225 min · Chicken · gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, low-carb, high-protein

275 cal 34g protein 10g carbs 11g fat per serving · estimated

Ingredients

scaled from 12 servings
  • 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 can (28 oz) fire-roasted crushed tomatoes
  • 1 chipotle peppers in adobo
  • 1 white onion
  • 1 garlic cloves
  • 1/4 tbsp dried Mexican oregano
  • 1 bay leaves
  • 1/4 tsp chicken bouillon

Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)

  1. Blend the crushed tomatoes, chipotles, one onion, garlic, oregano, and bouillon into a smooth sauce.
  2. Slice the second onion and lay it in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Add the chicken thighs and pour the sauce over the top with the bay leaves.
  4. Cover and cook on high for 3.5 hours or low for 6 hours until the chicken shreds easily.
  5. Shred the chicken directly in the sauce and stir to coat.
  6. Cool and portion into containers for the week.

Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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