If you’re looking for an easy and delicious slow cooker recipe, this spicy jalapeño chicken dish is perfect for you.
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs chicken tenders or breasts
- 4-6 jalapeños, sliced (with or without seeds)
- ½ cup onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 can corn
- 6 scallions, chopped
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, torn
- 4 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 tablespoons butter, divided
- 3 tablespoons flour
Instructions:
1. Place the chicken, jalapeños, onion, garlic, chicken broth, heavy cream, corn, scallions, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper into the crockpot.
2. Set the crockpot on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
3. With one hour remaining, open the lid and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
4. In a small bowl, melt 3 tablespoons of butter in the microwave and whisk in the flour to form a thick paste. Add the mixture to the crockpot and stir well.
5. Close the lid and let it cook for the remaining hour.
6. Serve the dish topped with fresh cilantro, extra cheddar cheese, and jalapeño slices if desired.
Thanks to the crockpot, you can easily prepare this flavorful meal, resulting in a rich and hearty dish full of spicy, creamy goodness. Enjoy!!