Spicy Shredded Chicken Recipe

Name: Spicy Shredded Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs; 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts; 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided; 6 green onions, chopped; 1 medium green pepper, chopped; 2 tablespoons ground cumin; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 plum tomato, chopped

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided
6 green onions, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 plum tomato, chopped

1
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown chicken in batches. Transfer to a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Add 1 cup broth to pan. Cook, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan.
2
Add onions and green pepper; cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in seasonings; cook 1-2 minutes. Add tomato and remaining broth; pour over chicken. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender.
3
Remove chicken from slow cooker. When cool enough to handle, shred meat with two forks; return to slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 15-20 minutes longer or until heated through. Serve with a slotted spoon.
4
Freeze cooled chicken mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little reduced-sodium broth or water if necessary.

867

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

122

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided, and more.

Yes, Spicy Shredded Chicken 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.

Spicy Shredded Chicken

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