Slow Cooker Green Chile Chicken
Like many chicken soups, this one is warming and satisfying but very easy to eat!
Recipe Summary Slow Cooker Green Chile Chicken
Wholesome version of chicken chile made in a slow cooker! Slow cooker green chile chicken is hearty with tomatillos and a hint of spice. Serve over brown rice and garnish with chopped cilantro, pico de gallo, avocado, and cheese, or wrap in a tortilla!Ingredients | Aip Chicken Recipes Slow Cooker1 bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed1 ½ pounds boneless chicken thighs4 cups water1 onion, quartered2 cloves garlic, peeled1 tablespoon ground cumin1 tablespoon chili powder1 tablespoon ground black pepper1 teaspoon saltcooking spray1 pound fresh tomatillos, husks removed, halved½ jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced1 tablespoon canola oil1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies2 tablespoons white vinegar1 tablespoon ground cumin1 tablespoon chili powder1 tablespoon honey1 tablespoon ground black pepper2 teaspoons kosher salt1 cup great Northern beans, rinsed and drainedDirectionsRemove stems from cilantro and tie together; save leaves for sauce.Place cilantro stems, chicken thighs, water, onion, and garlic into a slow cooker. Season with 1 tablespoon cumin, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 tablespoon pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt.Cook on Low until chicken is no longer pink in the centers and juices run clear, 8 to 10 hours. Transfer chicken to a plate and shred using 2 forks. Set aside. Reserve 1 to 1 1/2 cups cooking liquid. Let onion and garlic cool slightly, about 5 minutes. Dice and set aside.Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.Place tomatillos cut-side down and jalapeno onto the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with canola oil.Roast in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.Remove from the oven and wrap jalapeno pepper in aluminum foil to let 'sweat' for about 10 minutes. Remove skin from jalapeno.Transfer tomatillos, jalapeno, reserved cilantro leaves, green chiles, vinegar, cumin, chili powder, honey, pepper, and salt to a food processor or blender. Mix sauce until well combined.Pour tomatillo sauce into a large pot and add shredded chicken, diced onion and garlic, and beans. Add reserved cooking liquid. Let simmer over medium-low heat for 15 minutes. Serve.Info | Aip Chicken Recipes Slow Cookerprep:
30 mins
cook:
8 hrs 40 mins
additional:
15 mins
total:
9 hrs 25 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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