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Spicy Chicken Picante

A flavorful and spicy chicken recipe perfect for a quick dinner, cooked in the slow cooker with bold Mexican spices and peppers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 7
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 16 oz boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 can 15 oz cans black beans rinsed and drained
  • 3.5 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 can 10 oz cans Rotel tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 medium red bell pepper minced
  • 4 oz can diced green chiles
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ancho chile powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.25 tsp oregano
  • 0.5 cup chopped cilantro divided
  • 2 medium scallions diced
  • 1 medium Haas avocado sliced
  • lime wedges for serving
  • sour cream for serving (optional)

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Add diced green chiles, chopped bell pepper, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cilantro, and chicken broth. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours.
  2. After cooking, remove chicken and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to combine.
  3. Add black beans, chopped cilantro (reserve some for garnish), and diced scallions. Stir well and cook for an additional 10 minutes to heat through.
  4. Serve hot, garnished with sliced avocado, lime wedges, cilantro, scallions, and a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg

Notes

Enjoy this spicy chicken picante with tortillas or rice for a full meal.
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