Chicken breasts, peppers, onion and warm spices make this slow cooker recipe a practical batch-cooking option. Portion the filling for several meals and choose your sides separately.
Recipe adapted from APP’s licensed Exceed Nutrition collection.
Servings: 8 · Prep: 10 minutes · Cooking: 4 hours plus 10 minutes
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Ingredients
- 2 lbs. (900 g) chicken breasts
- 4 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp. honey
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tbsp. chili powder
- 1 tbsp. cumin
- 1 tbsp. paprika
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
How to make it
- Place half the sliced peppers and onion in the slow cooker. Add the chicken, honey, olive oil, lime juice, spices and chopped tomatoes.
- Add the remaining peppers and onion. Cook on high for about 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked. Check the thickest part with a food thermometer; chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the cooker. Mix and cook for another 10 minutes on low.
- Divide the filling into 8 servings. Serve with your preferred tortillas, vegetables or other sides.
Cooking-temperature reference: FoodSafety.gov safe minimum internal temperatures.
Nutrition estimate per serving
| Calories | Protein | Carbohydrate | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|
| 183 kcal | 28 g | 12 g | 3 g |
These are the source guide’s estimates, not an independent analysis. Ingredients, brands, substitutions and portions change the values. The nutrition estimate covers the filling only. Tortillas, sour cream, guacamole and other toppings add to the total. Portion the filling before adding sides so the serving stays clear.
Put this recipe into your weekly plan
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Recipe questions
Are tortillas included in the nutrition numbers?
No. The guide’s estimate covers the filling. Add the nutrition for your chosen tortillas and toppings separately.
How many portions does the recipe make?
The source recipe makes 8 portions of filling. Your actual portion size affects the nutrition estimate.
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