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Enchilada Chicken Stew

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 hrs
Total Time 10 hrs 10 mins
Cooking Method:
Cuisine: ,
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 6
Calories: 290
Best Season: Fall, Winter
Dietary: Dairy-free, Gluten-Free
Description

A hearty slow cooker chicken stew built with chicken breasts, onion, bell pepper, jalapeños, green chilies, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, garlic, cumin, chili powder, and oregano — cooked low and slow until the chicken shreds right into the sauce. Top with cilantro and avocado and serve straight from the pot. Clean eating comfort food at its best.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs. Chicken breasts
  • 1 Yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 Green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 4 oz can Chopped jalapeños
  • 1 4 oz can Chopped green chilies
  • 2 Tbsp. Coconut oil
  • 1 14 oz can Diced tomatoes
  • 1 7 oz can Tomato sauce
  • 3 Cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp. Cumin
  • 1 Tbsp. Chili powder
  • 2 tsp. Dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Avocado for garnish
Instructions
  1. 1
    Place chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker.
  2. 2
    Add all remaining ingredients on top of the chicken in any order.
  3. 3
    Cook on LOW for 8–10 hours or HIGH for 6–8 hours.
  4. 4
    When done, use tongs to shred the chicken directly into the stew, pulling it apart and mixing it with all the ingredients.
  5. 5
    Top individual bowls with fresh cilantro and sliced avocado before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 290kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g16%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
Cholesterol 95mg32%
Sodium 480mg20%
Total Carbohydrate 14g5%
Dietary Fiber 4g16%
Sugars 6g
Protein 36g72%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

This stew is naturally Paleo, dairy-free, and gluten-free. Serve as-is or with cauliflower rice, regular rice, or tortillas depending on your dietary needs.

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