Everyday Shredded Chicken Filling Recipe

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Everyday Shredded Chicken Filling
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Directions:

  1. Microwave onion, chili powder, oil, jalapeno, garlic, coriander, and cumin in bowl, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes; transfer to slow cooker.
  2. Stir tomato sauce and sugar into slow cooker.
  3. Season chicken with salt and pepper; add to slow cooker, and coat evenly with sauce mixture.
  4. Cover and cook until chicken is tender, 4-6 hours on LOW.
  5. Transfer chicken to a large bowl; let cool slightly, then shred into bite-size pieces; cover to keep warm.
  6. Let braising liquid settle for 5 minutes, then remove fat from surface using large spoon.
  7. Toss shredded chicken with 1 cup braising liquid; add more liquid as needed to keep meat moist and flavorful.
  8. Stir in lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. *Filling can be refrigerated in airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month; if frozen, let filling thaw completely before using.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 482.15 Kcal (2019 kJ)
Calories from fat 366.84 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 40.76g 63%
Cholesterol 123.87mg 41%
Sodium 428.78mg 18%
Potassium 458.76mg 10%
Total Carbs 7.35g 2%
Sugars 2.29g 9%
Dietary Fiber 2.06g 8%
Protein 23.7g 47%
Vitamin C 6.9mg 11%
Iron 1.3mg 7%
Calcium 38.2mg 4%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 252.97 Kcal (1059 kJ)
Calories from fat 192.47 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 21.39g 63%
Cholesterol 64.99mg 41%
Sodium 224.96mg 18%
Potassium 240.69mg 10%
Total Carbs 3.85g 2%
Sugars 1.2g 9%
Dietary Fiber 1.08g 8%
Protein 12.43g 47%
Vitamin C 3.6mg 11%
Iron 0.7mg 7%
Calcium 20.1mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 12.6
    Points
  • 13
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

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