Slow Cooker Spicy Chicken
Dive into bold and vibrant flavors with this Slow Cooker Spicy Chicken recipe, a perfect blend of tender, shredded chicken simmered in a zesty, tomato-based sauce enriched with smoky spices like paprika, cumin, and chili powder. Featuring a touch of heat from fresh jalapeños and cayenne pepper, this dish is a breeze to prepare with just 15 minutes of hands-on time before letting the slow cooker work its magic. Ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this versatile recipe can be served over fluffy rice or wrapped in warm tortillas, making it a crowd-pleasing favorite. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and freshness, and enjoy the rich, comforting flavors of this savory, spicy delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can Canned diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 4 servings Cooked rice or tortillas (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and jalapeño pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
Add paprika, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to coat the onion mixture with the spices and cook for 1 minute.
Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Pour in the sautéed onion and spice mixture over the chicken.
Add the can of diced tomatoes (including their juice), tomato paste, and chicken broth into the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine but ensure the chicken remains submerged.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or on HIGH for 3–4 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
Once the chicken is cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker. Stir the shredded chicken into the sauce to coat evenly.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or spices, if needed.
Serve the spicy chicken over cooked rice or with warm tortillas, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2044 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.5 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 4197 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.8 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.3 g | ||
| Protein | 238.9 g | 478% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 3817 mg | 81% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
