Crockpot Mexican Chicken
A delicious and easy Crockpot Mexican Chicken dish that combines comfort food with vibrant flavors, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 375 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken thighs
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 tsp oregano
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Slice your bell pepper and onion into uniform pieces.
- Layer in the crockpot: Place sliced onions at the bottom, followed by bell pepper and chicken thighs.
- Add tomatoes and spices: Pour the diced tomatoes over, then sprinkle taco seasoning and oregano.
- Cooking time: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred and serve: Remove chicken, shred it, and mix back with juices in the pot.
Notes
Serve with warm tortillas, fresh toppings, and a side of rice or quinoa for a complete meal. Leftovers can be stored up to 3 days in the fridge or frozen for 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: crockpot, Mexican, chicken, easy dinner, comfort food, slow-cooked