Delicious and Easy Slow Cooker Green Chile Chicken

This slow cooker green chile chicken recipe is a delicious and easy dish that is sure to impress your family or guests. Tender chicken thighs are slow-cooked in a flavorful green chile sauce, resulting in a tender, juicy, and flavorful chicken. The combination of green chiles, garlic, cumin, and other spices makes this dish rich and comforting. Serve it with warm tortillas, rice, or even on top of nachos for a satisfying meal. Whether you're hosting a casual dinner or need a convenient weeknight dinner, this green chile chicken will not disappoint.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 4 cans (4 ounces each) diced green chiles
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Juice of 1 lime

Directions

1. Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
2. In a separate bowl, combine the diced green chiles, diced onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
3. Pour the green chile mixture over the chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
4. Add chicken broth to the slow cooker.
5. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the chicken is tender and easily shreddable.
6. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred using two forks.
7. Return the shredded chicken back to the slow cooker.
8. Add the chopped fresh cilantro and lime juice to the slow cooker. Stir everything together.
9. Cover and cook on low for an additional 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
10. Serve the slow cooker green chile chicken with warm tortillas, rice, or your desired accompaniments.
11. Enjoy!

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