Mexican Crock Pot Chicken Recipe
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 5
Description:
This Mexican Crock Pot Chicken recipe is a flavorful dish that was born out of creativity and pantry staples. It’s perfect for those busy days when you want a delicious meal ready with minimal effort. The chicken thighs cook to tender perfection in a savory salsa sauce, making it a versatile dish that can be enjoyed over rice, with tortillas, or as a hearty dip with taco chips. Even as leftovers, it retains its delicious flavors, making it a hit for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients:
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers (any color you prefer)
- 3 tomatillos, husked and chopped coarsely
- 5 chicken thighs
- 1 jar salsa (use your favorite variety)
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 241.3
- Total Fat: 14.7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.2g
- Cholesterol: 79mg
- Sodium: 647.3mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 9.7g
- Dietary Fiber: 2.4g
- Sugars: 4.8g
- Protein: 18.2g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Crock Pot: Place the sliced onion at the bottom of your crock pot.
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Add Vegetables: Sprinkle the chopped bell peppers over the onions.
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Prepare Tomatillos: Remove the husks from the tomatillos, chop them coarsely, and add them to the crock pot on top of the peppers.
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Add Chicken Thighs: Arrange the chicken thighs on top of the vegetables in the crock pot.
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Add Salsa: Pour most of the jar of salsa over the chicken thighs. Ensure that there is a generous layer of salsa covering the chicken.
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Cooking: Cover the crock pot with its lid. Cook on high for 5 to 7 hours or on low for 10 to 12 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
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Serve: Once cooked, serve the Mexican Crock Pot Chicken hot. It can be served over rice, with tortillas for making tacos, or as a dip with taco chips.
This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with delicious Mexican flavors that will satisfy your family or guests. Enjoy the convenience of using your slow cooker to create a memorable meal that everyone will love!
