Healthy Slow Cooker Chipotle Chicken Recipe: A Must-Try for Easy & Delicious Meal Prep!

This slow cooker chipotle chicken stew is packed with protein, fiber, and bold smoky flavors! Top with creamy avocado, fresh cilantro, and crunchy tortilla chips for the perfect gluten-free, dairy-optional meal. With 6-8 servings and little prep time, this recipe is great for busy weeknights and making dinners for the week ahead!

Yields: 6-8 servings

Prep time: 30 min

Cook time: 7-8 hours Total Time: 8-9 hours

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into 2-inch cubes

• 3 teaspoons ground cumin

• Sea salt

• Black pepper

• 1 onion, chopped

• 1 15-ounce can diced fire-roasted tomatoes with green chiles

• 1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, chopped

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, torn

• 2 small bags of frozen sliced bell peppers

• 3 avocados

• 1 can black beans

• Optional: Crumbled cotija cheese (if dairy is tolerated)

• Optional: Crushed tortilla chips (preferably Siete brand)

Instructions

1. Place the chicken in a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker.

2. Add the onion, tomatoes, black beans, chipotle, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.

3. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours, until the chicken becomes tender and the sauce thickens slightly.

4. Finish with a topping of crushed tortilla chips, 1/4 of an avocado (diced or sliced), fresh cilantro, and crumbled cotija (if dairy is tolerated).