Vmburns: This recipe incorporates a lot of things that I love. It's made in the crockpot, so it's easy. I had all of the seasonings in my kitchen. And, it's delicious. I modified this recipe from Carlsbadcravings.com. She called this Mexican Chicken. I didn't like the name, so I changed it. You can adjust this recipe to your personal taste. If you like it spicier, then use hot salsa or medium. I used mild. I also used mild green chilies, but you don't have to. I also added 4 tablespoons of brown sugar. I LOVE sweet and spicy, and 4 tablespoons gave me exactly the right balance. However, you can reduce the amount of brown sugar if you prefer it spicier and not as sweet.
In the picture of the ingredients, you'll also notice a lot of things that aren't in the ingredient list. That's because I made burritos. So, ignore the sour cream, cheese, tortillas, hot sauce, and chicken bullion. I didn't get a picture of the burritos (I was too hungry to wait), but I had leftover chicken and made Nachos. I remembered to get a picture of that. So, that's another thing that I love about this recipe is that it's so versatile. If you have leftover chicken, you can make burritos, tacos, nachos, or a taco chicken salad. I just love options.
SPICY SHREDDED CHICKEN
- Rub the olive oil on the chicken breast and put in the crockpot.
- Dump the other ingredients into the crockpot and cook on low for 6-7 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken with a fork and let it absorb more of the liquid (approx. 30 minutes).
READERS: One of the things that I liked about this recipe was that I had plenty of options for leftovers. Do you like getting creative with leftovers? Or, do you one and done? Let me know in the comments for a chance to win an advanced reader copy (ARC) of MURDER IS A PIECE OF CAKE (US Only). Please remember to include your email address if you want to be included in the giveaway.
I'm old enough to be born of the generations where our Mom's taught us never to waste anything. Leftovers were re-invented into other dishes by adding things to make completely different - both in appearance and taste - than the original dish. Chicken and beef both are easy to do that with. Also learned to use what you love, but experimenting with new items or spices is what keeps it fun to create in the kitchen.
ReplyDeleteThe recipe sounds very much like one my mom made when I was younger other than back then there were not crock pots.
Thank you for the fabulous chance to win an ARC of MURDER IS A PIECE OF CAKE! It's on my TBR list and can't wait for the opportunity to read and review it.
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I must be of that same generation. Waste not. Want not. Good luck and thanks for sharing.
DeleteOh, yes! I adore getting creative with leftovers. Usually meat or protein is the item that takes the longest to prepare. Once the protein is cooked, it cane be used in so many different ways. I love to get creative using cooked protein in Mexican dishes - tacos, burritos, nachos, taco salads, wraps, huevos rancheros, etc.
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Nancy, me too. I love taking my spicy ground beef and making huevos rancheros, even before I knew what it was called. Thanks for comment. Good luck!
Deletei always plan on using the leftovers.
ReplyDeletefruitcrmble AT comcast DOT net
Me too. I feel so grown up when I do! :-) Good luck!
DeleteWelcome today. I will do both depending on the recipe. Most of the time I will make double the recipe and freeze the second recipe. Than I can pull it out and make it either into something else or use it as before. quilting dash lady at comcast dot net
ReplyDeleteLori, I will freeze things, too. However, I tend to forget about it. Thanks for commenting and good luck!
DeleteIf it’s a protein I like to use it to make fried rice along with any leftover vegetables. Wskwared(at)yahoo(dot)com
ReplyDeleteYum! I love fried rice. Thanks for commenting and good luck!
DeleteI always like using leftovers to create another meal. Saves on my grocery bill by adding leftovers for another meal!
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jarjm1980(at)hotmail(dot)com
It does save on the grocery bill. Plus, it answers that all too important question. . .What's for dinner? :-) Thanks for commenting and good luck!
DeleteMy family we definitely use leftovers to create other meals. It saves money and means that once it's done we can wash up the container it was in and wash it or throw the container out depending what shape it is in. We save money this way and that is good.
ReplyDeletedon(dot)stewart(at)zoominternet(dot)net
Saving money is an added benefit along with the new creations you make out of the leftovers. Thanks for commenting and good luck!
DeleteMultiple use recipes are a favorite here. This one sounds like a winner to me, nachos, burritos, tacos, mixed into Spanish rice, salad topper, chiliquiles, quesadillas...YUM! Thanks for this one and the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteMarcia, I truly enjoyed the burritos and nachos. Next time, I'll make a taco salad. So many options. Thanks for commenting and good luck!
DeleteMultiple uses and adapatable ingrediets sounds good to me.
ReplyDeleteI get quite creative with leftovers. i hate food to go to waste.
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Libby, I hate food to go to waste, too. Good luck!
DeleteI don't mind leftovers but usually eat them as is rather than make a new dish out of them. I do sometimes make extra chicken or turkey so I can take some of the leftover for pot pie.
ReplyDeletekozo8989(at)hotmail(dot)com
Oh, I like doing both for the holidays. Sometimes, I just want the leftovers as is. But, there's something about leftover turkey sandwiches and ham salad that taste better from leftovers than any other time. Thanks for commenting and good luck!
DeleteI like leftovers. When I cook, I plan on having enough to last for two or three days so I don't have to cook everyday. I also like using my crock pot when I can.
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My crockpot has to be my favorite. LOVE it. Good luck!
DeleteSometimes the leftovers are incorporated into a new dish, other times eaten as is.
ReplyDeletejtcgc at yahoo dot com
Yep. It just depends with me, too. It's nice to have options. Good luck!
DeleteI'm not very creative at all. I just follow recipes. And the leftovers just get heated in the microwave. This recipe sounds really yummy. And congratulations on another book! ckmbeg (at) gmail (dot) com
ReplyDeleteThank you. I have times when I just want more of the same, but I gotta say, I love options. Thanks for commenting and good luck!
DeleteHave always used leftovers for other meals. Learned from my Mom. Husband is our main cook (he's retired) and he does the same.
ReplyDeleteI actually like leftovers better than the first meal. Plus I do like being able to be creative with it the second time around. Thank you for the chance to win. aprilbluetx at yahoo dot com
ReplyDeleteI am a big fan of leftovers. Sometimes I just eat foods cold--like pizza! lindaherold999(at)gmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteThank you for this yummy spicy shredded chicken! Definitely my love because it's spicy.
ReplyDeleteWe always try to cook dinner for two, but most often or not, there is always some leftover. We will come out with other dinner option to use up the left over. For example, we will use Costco's rotisserie chicken leftover to make tacos, salad bowl, enchiladas etc. Murder Is A Piece Of Cake sounds deliciously delight! Congratulations! Thank you for this yummy giveaway
I meal prep three or four different meals and divide into portions. I work from home, so they go in the fridge and freezer and I rotate them so I don't get bored and there is no waste. I cannot wait to read this...I LOVED the first book! jerri dot atherton at gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteI like tweaking leftovers in different ways. It is fun to come up with creative ways to still enjoy leftover food. I am not usually a one and done person, probably because I was raised not to let anything go to waste by my mom. I always feel horribly guilty if I end up having to throw food away because it has been in the refrigerator too long. cherierj(at)yahoo(dot)com
ReplyDeleteI'm not creative with the leftovers but they do get eaten.
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Sounds yummy
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