Chipotle Chicken Stew Recipe Crock Pot

June 22, 2023 Post a Comment

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Description

Chipotle chicken stew is an easy and delicious meal that can be made in a slow cooker. This stew has a smoky and spicy flavor, thanks to the chipotle peppers, which are dried and smoked jalapeño peppers. The stew also has a great combination of flavors from the tomatoes, onions, garlic and cumin. It's a great dish to make for a family dinner, or to have on hand for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up any leftover chicken you may have.

Prep Time

Prep time for this chipotle chicken stew is about 10 minutes. This includes gathering and prepping the ingredients, such as chopping the vegetables and shredding the chicken.

Cook Time

Cook time for this chipotle chicken stew is about 4-5 hours on low heat in a slow cooker. You can also cook it on high heat for 2-3 hours.

Ingredients

1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
1/2 cup frozen corn
1/2 cup frozen peas
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Start by heating the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook until the onions are soft and starting to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, cumin, oregano, and chipotle peppers and bring to a boil.

Transfer the mixture to the slow cooker and add the shredded chicken, corn, and peas. Stir to combine and season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook on low heat for 4-5 hours, or on high heat for 2-3 hours.

Equipment

Skillet
Slow cooker

Notes

For extra smoky flavor, try adding a few drops of liquid smoke to the stew. You can also add more chipotle peppers if you like it extra spicy.

Nutrition: Per Serving

Calories: 210
Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 22g
Fiber: 4g
Sugar: 5g

Recipe Tips

Feel free to add other vegetables to the stew, such as carrots, celery, or bell peppers.
If you don’t have any cooked chicken on hand, you can use raw chicken breasts or thighs. Just make sure to cook them through before adding them to the stew.
To make this recipe vegan, you can use vegetable broth and omit the chicken. You can also add more vegetables or a can of rinsed and drained beans for protein.
If you don’t have a slow cooker, you can also make this stew in a Dutch oven on the stove. Just simmer the stew for about 30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.