Slow Cooker Honey Chipotle Chicken Recipe

If you’re looking for a flavor-packed meal that’s incredibly easy to prepare, look no further than this Slow Cooker Honey Chipotle Chicken. This recipe brings together the sweetness of honey and the smoky heat of chipotle for a dish that’s sure to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle in adobo sauce, minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon ground paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1:

Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker.

Step 2:

In a bowl, mix together honey, soy sauce, chipotle in adobo, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Step 3:

Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker.

Step 4:

Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.

Step 5:

Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks and mix it well with the sauce.

Step 6:

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

A bowl of sweet and spicy shredded chicken garnished with cilantro
Perfect for meal prep or a cozy family dinner. You’ll love this recipe!

Pairings

  • Steamed Rice: A perfect base to soak up the delicious sauce.
  • Warm Tortillas: Great for wrapping in the shredded chicken, creating a tasty taco.
  • Coleslaw: Adds a refreshing crunch that balances the flavors.

Storage Tips

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • This dish freezes well; ensure it’s in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat in the microwave or on the stove, adding a splash of water if needed to prevent drying out.
A bowl of sweet and spicy shredded chicken garnished with cilantro

Slow Cooker Honey Chipotle Chicken

If you’re looking for a flavor-packed meal that’s incredibly easy to prepare, look no further than this Slow Cooker Honey Chipotle Chicken. This recipe brings together the sweetness of honey and the smoky heat of chipotle for a dish that’s sure to impress your family and friends.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs boneless and skinless
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce minced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp ground paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
  • In a bowl, mix together honey, soy sauce, chipotle in adobo, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
  • Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks and mix it well with the sauce.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

This dish is perfect for tacos, rice bowls, or sandwiches. Adjust spice level by adding more or less chipotle.
Keyword Slow Cooker, Spicy

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