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Picante Chicken

Picante Chicken

4.3

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 Open jar of picante sauce and put into a large saucepan. Add chicken breasts to picante sauce and bring to a steady boil. Boil gently for 20 to 25 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink inside and the juices run clear.

By Joyce

Mexican-Style Pulled Chicken

Mexican-Style Pulled Chicken

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
200 min
Total
210 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chicken in the bottom of a slow cooker. Pour enchilada sauce and salsa over top. Cover and cook until you stir and the meat starts to fall apart, on Low for at least 6 hours or on High for at least 3 hours.
  2. 2 Lift out pieces of meat with 2 forks and place on a plate. Shred meat and return to the pot for at least 20 minutes to absorb the remaining sauce.

By Seekerbird

Green Chili and Cheese Chicken

Green Chili and Cheese Chicken

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a 9 inch square baking dish (or similar size) with cooking spray.
  3. 3 Make a deep cut into the side of each chicken breast half to form a pocket or 'purse'.
  4. 4 Stuff 1/4 cup of cheese and about 1 tablespoon of the chilies onto each one. Close, and secure with a toothpick so that the cheese does not escape while in the oven.
  5. 5 Place the stuffed chicken into the baking dish. Season with Fajita seasoning, and then sprinkle the remaining cheese and chilies over the top.
  6. 6 Bake uncovered for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until the chicken juices run clear, and cheese is melted and lightly browned.

By MELISSAINNOVA

Pollo con Nopales (Chicken and Cactus)

Pollo con Nopales (Chicken and Cactus)

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Fill a pot with water; bring to a boil. Add chicken breasts; cook until no longer pink in centers and juices run clear, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into centers should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Drain pot, set chicken aside to cool, then shred into small strands and set aside.
  2. 2 Fill the same pot with water; bring to a boil. Add nopales, tomatillos, and jalapeño peppers; cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Drain; transfer tomatillos and jalapeños to a blender. Set nopales aside; cool.
  3. 3 Blend tomatillos and jalapeño peppers until smooth; pour into the same pot. Add shredded chicken; place over medium heat. Dice nopales; stir into the pot. Simmer until completely reheated, about 5 minutes.

By Chef Kiki

Chicken Taco Filling

Chicken Taco Filling

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
360 min
Total
365 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix chicken broth and taco seasoning in a bowl.
  2. 2 Place chicken breasts in a slow cooker and pour chicken broth mixture over chicken.
  3. 3 Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.
  4. 4 Shred chicken to serve.

By Dianna Brown-Brenny

Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
360 min
Total
370 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Combine chicken broth and taco seasoning mix in a bowl.
  3. 3 Place chicken in a slow cooker. Pour chicken broth mixture over chicken.
  4. 4 Cover slow cooker. Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours. Shred chicken with two forks.

By Ashlie Boucher

Green Chicken Enchilada

Green Chicken Enchilada

4.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
60 min
Total
85 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chicken in a pot and cover with water. Boil until the juices run clear, about 25 minutes. Drain and let sit until cool enough to handle, about 10 minutes. Shred meat.
  2. 2 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
  3. 3 Set aside 1/4 cup Monterey Jack for topping enchiladas. Fill each tortilla with equal amounts chicken and remaining cheese. Roll tortillas to form enchiladas. Arrange enchiladas in the prepared baking dish, then cover with enchilada sauce.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Sprinkle reserved cheese over top and continue to bake until melted, about 5 more minutes.

By SHACKL

Instant Pot Salsa Chicken

Instant Pot Salsa Chicken

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
25 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chicken breasts in a multi-functional cooker (such as Instant Pot). Sprinkle all sides with taco seasoning. Pour salsa and chicken broth on top.
  2. 2 Close and lock the lid. Select Poultry setting; set the timer for 15 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  3. 3 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 20 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  4. 4 Shred chicken and serve as desired.

By Tammy Lynn

Rolled Tacos

Rolled Tacos

4.4

Prep
30 min
Cook
30 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Boil chicken breasts for 20 minutes or until they are thoroughly cooked. Drain breasts well and let cool. Use an electric food processor or manually shred the chicken and set aside.
  2. 2 Use an electric food processor or blender to puree the olives. In a mixing bowl, combine salsa, olives, and chicken. Heat tortillas in microwave for about 20 to 30 seconds.
  3. 3 Place 1 to 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture into the center of each warmed tortilla and roll the tortillas tightly, using toothpicks to keep them closed.
  4. 4 Heat oil in skillet over a high heat. When the oil is hot, place the rolled taco into the oil and deep fry until lightly browned. Drain on paper towels and serve.

By GIPSY

Salsa Chicken

Salsa Chicken

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
30 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. 2 Place chicken breasts in the prepared dish. Sprinkle seasoning mix on both sides of chicken breasts.
  3. 3 Pour salsa on top.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is tender and juicy and the juices run clear, 25 to 35 minutes.
  5. 5 Sprinkle chicken evenly with cheese.
  6. 6 Continue baking until cheese is melted and bubbly, 3 to 5 minutes more.
  7. 7 Top with sour cream and serve.

By Faye

Picante Marinated Chicken

Picante Marinated Chicken

4.2

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large glass bowl combine the picante sauce, mustard and lemon juice. Add chicken and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Remove chicken from marinade and saute in hot oil until well browned on both sides. Add remaining marinade and let simmer until chicken is glazed and tender and juices run clear. Remove chicken to platter/serving dish. Boil remaining marinade for 5 minutes to remove possibility of bacteria, then pour over chicken.

By LILQUIZ

Basic Chipotle Chicken Tacos

Basic Chipotle Chicken Tacos

4.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
95 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag; add chipotle peppers in adobo sauce and 1/2 of the beer. Squeeze out excess air and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator, at least 1 hour.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; pour chicken and marinade into the hot oil. Cook and stir, adding the remaining beer, until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 20 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  3. 3 Shred chicken in the skillet using 2 forks and serve in corn tortillas.

By Omi Longmire

Quick and Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Quick and Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
90 min
Total
105 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
  2. 2 Season chicken with garlic salt; arrange in the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink and juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  3. 3 Cool chicken, shred with two forks, and set aside.
  4. 4 Meanwhile, char each tortilla half over the open flame of a gas stove burner using metal tongs until lightly puffed, about 1 minute.
  5. 5 Pour about 1/2 inch enchilada sauce into the bottom of a medium baking dish; arrange 6 tortillas in a single layer on top.
  6. 6 Sprinkle with 1/2 of the chicken, 1/3 of the cheese, 1/2 of the sour cream, and 1/3 of the remaining enchilada sauce.
  7. 7 Repeat layers. Coat remaining tortillas thoroughly with some of the remaining enchilada sauce and arrange on top. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and top with any remaining enchilada sauce.
  8. 8 Cover and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
  9. 9 Cool slightly before serving.

By SGRCOOKI

Easy Budget Mexican Slow Cooker Chicken

Easy Budget Mexican Slow Cooker Chicken

3.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
270 min
Total
280 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place frozen chicken breasts into a slow cooker and cover with corn, black beans, and salsa.
  2. 2 Cook on High for 4 hours.
  3. 3 Transfer chicken breasts to a cutting board and shred with 2 forks. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir in brown rice. Mix in cream cheese, cover, and cook for 30 more minutes.

By Allrecipes Member

Tequila-Lime Chicken Recipe

Tequila-Lime Chicken Recipe

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Total
105 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Arrange chicken breasts in a baking dish; add tequila and juice of 1/2 a lime. Sprinkle 1/2 of the lime zest, 1/2 of the garlic powder, and 1/2 of the chili powder over chicken. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Turn chicken breasts; sprinkle remaining lime juice, lime zest, garlic powder, and chili powder on top. Cover again and marinate in the refrigerator for another 30 minutes.
  3. 3 Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Uncover baking dish and discard tequila-lime marinade.
  4. 4 Bake chicken in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Sprinkle Mexican-style cheese over chicken and continue to bake until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 10 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

By JLREED

Sarah's Easy Shredded Chicken Taco Filling

Sarah's Easy Shredded Chicken Taco Filling

4.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Place chicken breasts in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then simmer until no longer pink, 10 to 12 minutes.
  3. 3 Transfer chicken breasts to a bowl. Allow to cool briefly, then shred with 2 forks.
  4. 4 Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent, 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. 5 Stir in shredded chicken, tomato sauce, cumin, and chili powder. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until chicken is hot and flavors have blended, about 3 minutes.
  6. 6 Serve and enjoy!

By Holiday Baker

Slow Cooker Lime Cilantro Chicken

Slow Cooker Lime Cilantro Chicken

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
240 min
Total
255 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Stir salsa, taco seasoning, lime juice, and cilantro together in a slow cooker until well combined. Add chicken and spoon salsa mixture over top to coat.
  3. 3 Cover and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, on Low for 6 to 8 hours or High for 4 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  4. 4 Shred chicken in the crock with two forks, then mix with the sauce.
  5. 5 Enjoy!

By ltlmsmfft

Shortcut Chicken Fajita Casserole

Shortcut Chicken Fajita Casserole

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
55 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Pour fajita seasoning into a shallow bowl. Rinse chicken, blot dry with paper towels, and dredge in seasoning. Place in the prepared baking dish and pour frozen vegetables over top.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Return to the oven and bake until cheese is bubbly and starting to brown, and chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

By smlchng70

Easy Chicken Enchiladas

Easy Chicken Enchiladas

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. 2 Combine cream cheese and salsa in a small saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir until well blended. Stir in chicken and pinto beans.
  3. 3 Fill tortillas with chicken mixture, roll up and place into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top. Cover pan with aluminum foil.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven for until heated through, about 30 minutes.
  5. 5 Enjoy!

By IANKRIS

Chicken Mexicala

Chicken Mexicala

4.1

Prep
30 min
Cook
30 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a medium saucepan, saute onion and green chile peppers until tender. Stir in chicken, then milk and soup. Heat through, mix well and set aside.
  2. 2 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  3. 3 In a small skillet, saute tortillas a few at a time until soft. Cut tortillas into quarters, then line a 9x13 inch baking dish with 1/2 of the tortillas. Spread 1/2 of the chicken mixture over the tortillas, then layer with remaining tortillas and remaining chicken mixture. Finally, sprinkle with cheese.
  4. 4 Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

By SAMME

Instant Pot Chicken Tacos

Instant Pot Chicken Tacos

4.3

Prep
5 min
Cook
30 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine chicken broth, picante sauce, green chiles, and lime juice in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Add chicken and sprinkle taco seasoning mix over the chicken. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  2. 2 Release pressure using the quick release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Select the keep warm setting. Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let cool for 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Shred chicken and return back to the pot for 3 minutes or until heated through.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Spicy Shredded Chicken Tinga

Spicy Shredded Chicken Tinga

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a saucepan of lightly-salted water to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook chicken in simmering water until until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer chicken to a cutting board and tear into shreds using 2 forks.
  2. 2 Blend stewed tomatoes, chipotle salsa, and apple cider vinegar in a blender until smooth.
  3. 3 Combine shredded chicken, blended sauce, and onion in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook at a simmer until the onions are translucent, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

By Twin6878

Mom's Mexican Chicken (Jennifer Sue Jacks Henley)

Mom's Mexican Chicken (Jennifer Sue Jacks Henley)

3.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
40 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  2. 2 Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Add chicken breasts, bring back to a boil, and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes. Drain chicken and reserve 1 cup of chicken water. Shred chicken.
  3. 3 Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and jalapeno peppers in the melted butter until onion is softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Mix cream of chicken soup and reserved chicken water into onion mixture; stir well. Fold shredded chicken into mixture.
  4. 4 Line the bottom of the prepared casserole dish with tortillas; spoon chicken mixture over tortillas. Top with another row of tortillas. Repeat layering until all the chicken mixture and tortillas are used; top with Cheddar cheese.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and lightly browned, about 20 minutes.

By diabetic_dude

Tinga

Tinga

4.1

Prep
30 min
Cook
30 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chicken into a large saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until chicken is tender. Remove from heat, drain, and set aside to cool.
  2. 2 Heat 1 tablespoon of canola oil in a skillet over medium heat. Saute the tomatoes, jalapenos, and onions until soft. Remove the chicken meat from the bones, shred and throw it in the skillet with the tomatoes and peppers. fry for a few minutes to give the chicken some flavor.
  3. 3 Heat the cup of canola oil in a clean skillet over medium-high heat. Fill each corn tortilla with about 1/4 cup of the chicken mixture, and roll into a cylinder. Fry filled tortillas in the hot oil until golden, turning once. Drain on paper, and serve hot with sour cream or salsa - or both!

By LALMANZA

Chicken Flautas

Chicken Flautas

4.4

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 In a medium bowl combine the shredded chicken, picante sauce and ground cumin. Mix together.
  3. 3 In a small skillet heat vegetable oil over medium high heat. Place a corn tortilla in the oil for 1 to 2 seconds on either side to soften. Repeat with all of the tortillas (if possible, have someone help you do this). Place tortillas on paper towel to soak up some of the oil.
  4. 4 Put 1 tablespoon of the chicken mixture in the center of a tortilla and sprinkle some cheese on top. Roll up tortilla and place on a lightly greased cookie sheet, seam side down. Repeat with all of the tortillas until chicken mixture is gone. If there is any cheese left over, sprinkle it over the rolled tortillas.
  5. 5 Bake tortillas in the preheated oven for 15 to 25 minutes or until tortillas are a little crispy and golden brown.

By Arlene Spurlock

Chicken Verde Sandwiches

Chicken Verde Sandwiches

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
480 min
Total
490 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine the frozen boneless chicken breast, prepared pizza sauce, and salsa verde in a slow cooker. Cover the cooker, and cook on Low 8 to 10 hours.
  2. 2 Use 2 forks to pull the chicken meat apart until completely shredded. Stir 1/2 cup sour cream into the chicken mixture. Place the chicken mixture onto the rolls. Top each sandwich with 1 ounce shredded Cheddar cheese, 1 ounce sour cream, and 2 dashes hot sauce to serve

By FrackFamily5 CACT

Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas

Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
255 min
Total
265 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine enchilada sauce, water, and taco seasoning in a slow cooker. Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise and add to the slow cooker. Cook on Low until chicken is tender, 4 to 5 hours.
  2. 2 Remove chicken and shred using 2 forks. Return chicken to sauce in the slow cooker; mix well.
  3. 3 Spoon some of the chicken mixture onto a tortilla. Sprinkle some of the cheese on top. Cover with another tortilla.
  4. 4 Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Slide quesadilla into the hot skillet. Cook until browned on both sides, 2 to 4 minutes, flipping halfway through. Repeat with remaining tortillas, chicken, and cheese.

By Proud-Meinke

Chicken Chilaquiles

Chicken Chilaquiles

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir chorizo in the hot skillet until crumbly, about 5 minutes. Add chicken; cook and stir until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Spread 1/2 of the tortilla chips over the bottom of a casserole dish; top chips with chicken mixture. Sprinkle corn evenly over chicken mixture and layer remaining chips on top. Whisk green enchilada sauce and sour cream in a mixing bowl; pour over chips and top with shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
  4. 4 Bake chilaquiles in the preheated oven until casserole is bubbly and the chips begin to brown, 15 to 20 minutes.

By CARRIEANN23

Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup

Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix chicken, condensed soup, enchilada sauce, milk, chiles, tortillas, and garlic powder together in a large pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Remove soup from the heat and stir in sour cream until well blended.

By JeriM in Austin, Tx