Spicy Mexican Pulled Chicken and Vegetables Recipe

Name: Spicy Mexican Pulled Chicken and Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons Ancho Chili Powder; 2 teaspoons Chili Powder; 2 teaspoons Cumin; 1/2 teaspoons Garlic Powder; 3 Tablespoons Grapeseed Oil Or Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 2 whole Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts; 1 whole Sweet Potato, Peeled And Diced; 1 whole Small Onion, Diced; 4 cloves Garlic, Minced Or Pressed; 1 can (8 Oz. Can) Corn (or 1 Cup Frozen Corn, Thawed); 1 can (15 Oz. Can) Black Beans, Drained And Rinsed; 1 can (10 To 14 Oz. Can) Diced Tomatoes With Jalapenos (or Green Chiles), Undrained; 4 whole Chipotle Chiles In Adobo, Minced Or Pureed Plus 2 Teaspoons Adobo Sauce; 1 bag (10 Oz. Bag) Spinach; 1 whole Lime; Salt And Pepper

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons Ancho Chili Powder
2 teaspoons Chili Powder
2 teaspoons Cumin
1/2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
3 Tablespoons Grapeseed Oil Or Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 whole Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
1 whole Sweet Potato, Peeled And Diced
1 whole Small Onion, Diced
4 cloves Garlic, Minced Or Pressed
1 can (8 Oz. Can) Corn (or 1 Cup Frozen Corn, Thawed)
1 can (15 Oz. Can) Black Beans, Drained And Rinsed
1 can (10 To 14 Oz. Can) Diced Tomatoes With Jalapenos (or Green Chiles), Undrained
4 whole Chipotle Chiles In Adobo, Minced Or Pureed Plus 2 Teaspoons Adobo Sauce
1 bag (10 Oz. Bag) Spinach
1 whole Lime
Salt And Pepper

1
Combine both chili powders, cumin, garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste, in a small prep bowl.
2
Mix with a fork.
3
Add a tablespoon or so of grapeseed oil (or extra virgin olive oil) to a skillet over medium heat.
4
Add chicken breast, sprinkle with spice mixture.
5
Cook 7-8 minutes, then flip, season the other side of each breast with the spices, and continue cooking till chicken is cooked through.
6
Remove to a cutting board, allow to rest.
7
Once chicken has rested a few minutes, shred with two forks.
8
Place the diced sweet potatoes into a microwave safe bowl, add a couple tablespoons water, cover with plastic wrap.
9
Poke a few holes in the plastic wrap and microwave 3 minutes.
10
Remove and let stand.
11
Add a tablespoon or two of oil to the skillet and saute the onion a few minutes in the chicken drippings.
12
Add garlic, corn, black beans, diced sweet potato, and any remaining spice mixture.
13
Cook a few minutes, then stir in tomatoes, chicken, chipotle chiles and adobo sauce.
14
Cover and simmer 15-20 minutes.
15
Stir in spinach till wilted.
16
Squeeze in lime juice and stir.
17
Serve in tacos, over nachos, or in a bowl.
18
Garnish as desired with cilantro, cheese, salsa, etc.
19
Source: inspired by/heavily adapted from Tyler Florence.

477

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons Ancho Chili Powder, 2 teaspoons Chili Powder, 2 teaspoons Cumin, 1/2 teaspoons Garlic Powder, and more.

Yes, Spicy Mexican Pulled Chicken and Vegetables falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spicy Mexican Pulled Chicken and Vegetables

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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