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Monday, September 23, 2013

Crockpot Chicken Barbacoa

I lose the love for cooking sometimes when it's required at the end of a long day that was preceded by and will be followed by more long days… so had to get organized.  My sister inspired me to finally get a new crock pot that does more than turn on and off - and to plan ahead with freezer-to-crockpot meals!  My 1st one was super tasty so I decided to share… you can make this on the spot or freeze ready to go in the crockpot… enjoy!  Recipe inspired by www.slenderkitchen.com

Ingredients:
2# boneless, skinless chicken breasts
7 oz can Chipotle peppers in Adobo sauce, chopped (find in the Mexican food isle)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 onion, quartered
1 tsp oregano
1/2 C chicken broth

1. Combine all ingredients in a ziplock bag and place in the freezer.
2. When ready to cook, dump everything in a crockpot and set to low for 8 hours.
3. Remove onion pieces and shred chicken with 2 forks.
4. Serve in warm soft taco shells, topped with fresh corn relish (recipe below), cheese and sour cream!

To make "on the spot", use raw chicken and cook on high 4 hours.

Fresh Corn Relish:
Simply cut kernels off an ear of corn and combine with chopped red bell pepper, red onion and cilantro!

Kitchen note:  This would also be delicious with pork!