Slow Cooker Spicy Shredded Chicken

Prepare for a party with this crowd-pleasing, Mexican-inspired spicy shredded chicken that simmers in a slow cooker for maximum flavor.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 7 hr
• Total Time: 7 hr 5 mins
• Calories: 136 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 cup chunky salsa
• 4 pounds frozen chicken breasts
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine tomato sauce, salsa, garlic, salt, chili powder, hot sauce, lime juice, cayenne, oregano, coriander, cinnamon, and bay leaves in a slow cooker; stir to combine.

Step 2

Layer chicken breasts on top, ensuring they are coated in sauce on both sides.

Step 3

Cook on High until chicken is fork tender and no longer pink in the center, about 5 hours.

Step 4

Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred into tiny pieces with 2 forks. Return to the slow cooker. Heat on Low or Warm for 2 more hours.

Step 5

Strain any excess liquid before serving. Serve hot.