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Spicy Chicken Picante

A flavorful and spicy slow cooker chicken recipe with a hint of heat from green chilies and cumin, perfect for a hearty dinner.
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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
  • 2 cans black beans (15 oz cans)
  • 3.5 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cans Rotel tomatoes with green chilies (10 oz cans)
  • 1 red bell pepper minced
  • 4 oz diced green chiles
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ancho chile powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.25 tsp oregano
  • 16 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 0.5 cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 medium scallions diced
  • 1 lime wedges
  • 1 medium Haas avocado sliced
  • sour cream for serving (optional)

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Place one can of beans and 2 cups of chicken broth into a blender; blend until smooth. Add to the slow cooker.
  2. Add remaining ingredients: beans, broth, tomatoes, bell pepper, green chiles, cumin, chile powder, garlic and onion powders, oregano, chicken breasts, and cilantro to the slow cooker.
  3. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6-8 hours.
  4. Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the slow cooker.
  5. Stir in diced scallions, remaining cilantro, and season with salt and cumin to taste.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with lime wedges, sliced avocado, 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

This spicy chicken picante is perfect for a quick, flavorful dinner that can be customized with your favorite toppings.
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