Best 5 Crockpot Green Chile Chicken Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Mexican cuisine with our irresistible Crockpot Green Chile Chicken recipe. This delectable dish combines the richness of succulent chicken, the vibrancy of roasted green chiles, and the aromatic blend of Mexican spices, all slow-cooked to perfection in your trusty crockpot. Accompany this main course with a variety of enticing side dishes, including Mexican rice, refried beans, and a refreshing avocado salsa. For a satisfying vegetarian option, try our flavorful Crockpot Vegetarian Chili, packed with a medley of colorful vegetables, beans, and a zesty tomato broth. If you're craving a taste of the islands, our Crockpot Hawaiian Chicken is a tropical delight, featuring juicy chicken breasts smothered in a sweet and tangy pineapple sauce. And for a classic comfort food with a twist, our Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup is a hearty and cheesy delight, combining the flavors of a classic cheeseburger in a creamy and comforting soup.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER GREEN CHILE CHICKEN



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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!

Provided by Bites of Flavor

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 9h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed
1 ½ pounds boneless chicken thighs
4 cups water
1 onion, quartered
2 cloves garlic, peeled
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
cooking spray
1 pound fresh tomatillos, husks removed, halved
½ jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup great Northern beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • Remove 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25.4 g, Cholesterol 63.8 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1344.9 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

CROCK-POT® CHICKEN CHILI



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Made a chicken chili recipe, and it was bland. So I took the ingredients and added my own flair. My family loves it when it gets cold out, because they know this will be on the menu. It's very flavorful. Serve with tortilla chips and sliced avocado for something different. Serve with sour cream and cheese.

Provided by Starr

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     White Chili Recipes

Time 6h10m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) jar green salsa (salsa verde)
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
2 (15 ounce) cans white beans, drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (14 ounce) can corn, drained
1 onion, chopped
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • Mix green salsa, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, white beans, chicken broth, corn, onion, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper together in a slow cooker. Lay chicken breasts atop the mixture.
  • Cook on Low until the chicken shreds easily with 2 forks, 6 to 8 hours.
  • Remove chicken to a cutting board and shred completely; return to chili in slow cooker and stir.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.6 calories, Carbohydrate 62.9 g, Cholesterol 36.9 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 11 g, Protein 28.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 1338.2 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

GREEN CHILE CHICKEN CHILI



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The prep work for this chili is easy thanks to several pantry staples. It's loaded with shredded chicken and beans. The spicy heat can be tamed a bit with cool sour cream. -Fred Lockwood, Plano, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 5h30m

Yield 10 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 bone-in chicken breast halves (14 ounces each)
2 medium onions, chopped
2 medium green peppers, chopped
1 cup pickled jalapeno slices
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
2 jars (16 ounces each) salsa verde
2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) navy beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
Optional toppings: Shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream and crushed tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Place the chicken, onions, peppers, jalapenos and chiles in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Pour salsa over top. Cover and cook on low 5-6 hours or until chicken is tender., Remove chicken; cool slightly. Shred chicken with 2 forks, discarding skin and bones; return meat to slow cooker. Stir in the beans, sour cream and cilantro; heat through. Serve with toppings as desired. Freeze option: Before adding sour cream, cilantro and toppings, cool chili. Freeze in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary. Stir in sour cream and cilantro. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 1187mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

SLOW-COOKER GREEN CHILE CHICKEN BREASTS



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Moist and flavorful chicken breasts are cooked until perfectly done and served with a creamy green chile sauce, all made right in your slow cooker.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 packet (0.85 oz) Old El Paso™ chicken taco seasoning mix
1/2 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cans (4.5 oz each) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
1 serrano chile, seeded, finely chopped (about 1 1/2 tablespoons)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, cubed, softened

Steps:

  • Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Season both sides of chicken breasts with taco seasoning mix. Arrange in slow cooker. Pour broth and lemon juice around chicken. Top with green chiles and serrano chile.
  • Cover; cook on High heat setting 2 to 2 1/2 hours or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F).
  • Transfer chicken to serving platter. Cover chicken, and keep warm.
  • For sauce, in small bowl, beat cornstarch and water with whisk. Stir into cooking liquid in slow cooker. Add cream cheese, beating until melted. Cover; cook about 15 minutes or until thickened. Serve chicken with sauce and cooked white rice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 740 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SLOW-COOKER GREEN CHICKEN CHILI



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This easy, slow-cooked chili is not your average "bowl of red." With chicken, sweet potatoes, tomatillo salsa, and pinto beans, it's more of a cross between chile verde (usually made with pork) and white chicken chili. Just a few ingredients and effortless prep gives you a flavorful and satisfying "bowl of green."

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     Chili     Dinner     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Tomatillo     Sweet Potato/Yam     Bean     Salsa     Slow Cooker     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Tree Nut Free

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 large sweet potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 1" cubes (about 2 pounds)
1 (16-ounce) jar tomatillo salsa (salsa verde) (about 2 cups)
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons (or more) kosher salt
1 teaspoon (or more) freshly ground black pepper
2 cans low-sodium pinto beans, drained, rinsed
Sliced avocado, cilantro leaves, sour cream, and/or finely chopped onion (for serving; optional)
Special Equipment
A 6-quart (or larger) slow cooker

Steps:

  • Mix chicken, potatoes, salsa, broth, cumin, salt, and pepper in slow cooker. Cover and cook until chicken shreds easily with a fork and sweet potatoes are tender, about 4 hours on high or 6 hours on low. Add beans during last 30 minutes of cooking. Shred chicken in slow cooker with 2 forks. Taste and season with salt and pepper, if needed. Serve topped with avocado, cilantro, sour cream, and/or onion, if using.
  • Do Ahead
  • Chili can be made 3 days ahead; cover and chill.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe green chiles for the best flavor. Roast them at high heat to get a slight char, which adds depth and smokiness to the dish.
  • Use a combination of canned and fresh chiles to get the perfect balance of heat and flavor. If you prefer a spicier dish, add more fresh chiles.
  • Don't crowd the chicken in the slow cooker. This will prevent it from cooking evenly.
  • Add enough liquid to the slow cooker to cover the chicken. This will help keep it moist and prevent it from drying out.
  • Cook the chicken on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours. The chicken is done when it is cooked through and falls easily off the bone.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite toppings, such as tortillas, rice, beans, or cheese.
  • Garnish the dish with cilantro, diced onions, or avocado for extra flavor and color.

Conclusion:

This crockpot green chile chicken is an easy and delicious meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. It is also a great dish to make ahead of time and reheat when you are ready to eat. With its tender chicken, flavorful green chile sauce, and customizable toppings, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a simple and satisfying meal, give this crockpot green chile chicken a try.

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