Best 9 Slow Cooker Chipotle Chicken And Pintos With Spanish Rice Recipes

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Take your taste buds on an exciting journey with our slow cooker chipotle chicken and pintos with Spanish rice recipe. This tantalizing dish is a symphony of flavors that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Mexico. The smoky heat of chipotle peppers, the earthy goodness of pinto beans, and the vibrant colors of Spanish rice come together to create a culinary experience that will leave you craving for more. So, let's get cooking and embark on a culinary adventure with this easy-to-follow slow cooker recipe.

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SLOW-COOKER CHIPOTLE CHICKEN AND PINTOS WITH SPANISH RICE



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Chipotle peppers bring a spicy, smoky taste to chicken and a package of Spanish rice.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 10h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
2 cans (15.5 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (4.5 ounces each) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
2 chipotle chiles (from 6-ounce can),seeded and chopped
1 envelope (0.87 ounce) chicken gravy mix
1 package (6.8 ounces) Spanish rice mix
2 cups water
2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped ( 3/4 cup)
Chopped fresh cilantro, if desired

Steps:

  • Place chicken, pinto beans, green chiles, chipotle chiles and gravy mix (dry) in order listed in 3- to 3 1/2-quart slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
  • About 30 minutes before serving, make Spanish rice mix as directed on package, using water and oil.
  • Meanwhile, gently stir tomato into chicken mixture.
  • To serve, spoon about 1 1/4 cups chicken mixture over 1/2 cup rice. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 610, Carbohydrate 77 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 21 g, Protein 51 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1420 mg

SLOW-COOKER SPANISH CHICKEN



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This slow-cooked stew is packed with Mediterranean flavour from chorizo, olives, tomatoes and peppers. The meat will fall off the bone - mop up the sauce with bread

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 6h35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tbsp olive oil
1 Spanish onion, halved and sliced
12 large bone-in chicken thighs, skin removed
225g pack chorizo picante, thickly sliced
pack of 3 mixed colour peppers, cut into chunks
150g (drained weight) pitted Spanish pimento stuffed green olives
300ml dry white wine (serve the rest of the bottle with the meal)
300ml chicken stock
1 tbsp tomato purée

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large frying pan. Fry 1 sliced Spanish onion for about 5 mins until golden.
  • Tip into the slow cooker pot (we used a 6.5-litre model), then fry 12 large bone-in skinless chicken thighs and 225g thickly sliced chorizo picante in the same pan until starting to colour - you will need to do this in two batches.
  • Add to the slow cooker with 3 mixed colour peppers, cut into chunks and 150g pitted Spanish pimento stuffed green olives.
  • Tip 300ml dry white wine, 300ml chicken stock and 1 tbsp tomato purée into the pan.
  • Scrape up any bits stuck to the bottom, then tip into the slow cooker, cover and cook on Low for 6 hrs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447 calories, Fat 27 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 7 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 34 grams protein, Sodium 2.9 milligram of sodium

SLOW-COOKER SPICY CHIPOTLE CHICKEN



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Looking for a great slow-cooker recipe for chicken thighs and legs? This is it-served with white rice and a spicy chipotle kick.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 5h20m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 Tbsp. oil
2-1/2 lb. mixed boneless skinless chicken thighs and legs
1 pkt. SHAKE 'N BAKE BBQ Glaze Seasoned Coating Mix
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 Tbsp. chopped canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
4 cups instant white rice, uncooked

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook until each piece is evenly browned on both sides, turning once. Transfer chicken to slow cooker sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Sprinkle with seasoning mix, garlic powder and cumin. Add onions and peppers; cover with lid. Cook on HIGH 5 hours or until chicken is done (165°F).
  • Transfer chicken to platter. Carefully ladle liquid from slow cooker into 1-qt. glass measuring cup. Add enough boiling water to reserved liquid to measure 1 qt. (4 cups). Return liquid to slow cooker. Add rice; stir. Cover; let stand 5 min. Fluff rice with fork. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Sodium 450 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 25 g

SLOW COOKER CHIPOTLE CHICKEN CHILI



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This delicious and flavorful slow cooker chili comes together very easily. It only takes about 10 minutes to prep the dish, and you let the slow cooker do the rest of the work for you. This chili is one of my favorite things to eat after a long day's work! Created by Lisa Lin of Healthy Nibbles and Bits.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups chicken broth
1 1/4 pounds chicken breasts
12 ounce can Hunt's Tomato Sauce
14 ounce can Hunt's Diced Tomatoes
15 ounce can black beans
15 ounce can pinto beans
1/2 large red onion, diced
1 medium sweet potato, about 1/2 lb
1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
1 tablespoon adobo sauce
1 teaspoon gound cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 chopped cilantro, for topping

Steps:

  • Open the cans of beans. Drain all liquid from the cans and give the beans and pour them into a colander. Give them a rinse and set aside.
  • Peel sweet potato and chop into ½-inch pieces.
  • Place all ingredients (except the lime juice and cilantro) into a slow cooker. Set slow cooker on low and the cooking time to 8 hours.
  • When you are ready to eat the chili, scoop out the chicken breast. Using a fork, shred the meat. Add the meat back to the chili again and stir.
  • Serve in bowls and top with cilantro if you like. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container.

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN WITH SPANISH RICE



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Chipotle peppers add smoky heat to this zippy chicken and rice dish. Chop up leftovers and stuff into bell peppers for a tasty twist. -Carolyn Collins, Freeport, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 pound)
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup chunky salsa
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped
2 packages (8.8 ounces each) ready-to-serve Spanish rice
1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend or Monterey Jack cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro or parsley

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with garlic salt. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown chicken on both sides. Stir in beans, salsa and chipotle pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 6-8 minutes or until a thermometer inserted into chicken reads 170°., Meanwhile, prepare rice according to package directions. Serve chicken with rice; sprinkle with cheese and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578 calories, Fat 23g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 1638mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

CHIPOTLE SPANISH RICE



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A bold and smoky chipotle rice that goes great with barbecue, Spanish or Mexican food. You can use only one chipotle if you don't like your rice as spicy as we do.

Provided by Barb R

Categories     White Rice

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 cup sweet onion, chopped
5 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can muir glen diced fire-roasted tomatoes (include the juice)
1 3/4 cups chicken broth
2 canned chipotle chiles in adobo, finely minced (include 2 teaspoons adobo sauce)
1/4 cup sliced black olives, drained
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil on medium heat in a saucepan and add chopped onion and minced garlic.
  • Cook until tender and slightly golden.
  • Add rice, stir fry for about one minute.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer over low heat for about 20 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed.
  • Allow to sit undisturbed for 5 minutes.
  • Fluff with a fork and serve garnished with cilantro leaves if using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.7, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 629.5, Carbohydrate 43.3, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2.1, Protein 6.1

CROCK POT CHIPOTLE CHICKEN AND PINTOS



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This is a delious Mexican meal that with a modern flavor, but made in the trusty crock pot. You can double the recipe.

Provided by Roxygirl in Colorado

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 8h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans pinto beans, rinsed and drained
2 (4 1/2 ounce) cans chopped green chilies
2 chipotle chiles, seeded and chopped
1 (7/8 ounce) envelope chicken gravy mix
1 (6 7/8 ounce) package Spanish rice mix
2 cups water
2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons butter
1 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped (3/4 cup)
chopped fresh cilantro, if desired

Steps:

  • Place chicken, pinto beans, green chiles, chipotle chiles, and gravy mix (dry) in this order in crock pot.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 8-10 hours.
  • About 30 minutes before serving, make Spanish rice mix as directed on package, using water and oil.
  • Meanwhile, gently stir tomato into chicken mixture.
  • To serve, spoon about 1-1/4 cups chicken mixture over 1/2 cup rice.
  • Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 637.7, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 142.8, Sodium 419.7, Carbohydrate 70.2, Fiber 21.2, Sugar 6, Protein 55.8

SLOW COOKER MEXICAN CHICKEN AND RICE



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Easy, simple, and tastes great!

Provided by mommyyoder

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 3h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups chicken broth
1 ½ cups converted long-grain white rice
½ large white onion, sliced
1 (24 ounce) jar salsa
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1 (1 ounce) packet dry taco seasoning mix, divided
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained

Steps:

  • Pour the chicken stock into a slow cooker, and stir in the rice, onion, salsa, green chilies, and half the taco seasoning. Rub the remaining taco seasoning over the chicken breasts, and place into the cooker. Place the lid on the cooker, and set to high setting.
  • Cook until the rice is thickened and most of the liquid has been absorbed, about 3 hours. About 20 minutes before serving time, turn the cooker to warm setting. Remove the chicken breasts, and slice them. Stir the chicken and the black beans into the slow cooker. Return lid to cooker, allow the beans to heat, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.9 calories, Carbohydrate 61.8 g, Cholesterol 22.8 mg, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 2005.8 mg, Sugar 6 g

SLOW COOKED CHIPOTLE CHICKEN



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Chipotle chile peppers add a delicious smoky and spicy flavor depth to this dish that is both warming and satisfying.

Provided by Mazola

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Mazola®

Time 3h55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed
3 tablespoons Mazola® Corn Oil
1 medium onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
½ cup warm water
1 tablespoon chicken-flavored bouillon powder
1 cup sour cream
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon Chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Pat chicken dry using paper towels. Cut chicken breasts into 2 to 3 ounce portions; add to 6-quart slow cooker.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add onions and cook for 5 to 8 minutes until tender and beginning to brown.
  • Reduce heat and add garlic; cook for 1 minute.
  • Transfer onion mixture to electric blender or food processor. Add chipotle chilies, water and bouillon powder. Puree until smooth. Pour over chicken in slow cooker; cover.
  • Cook for 2 to 3 hours on HIGH, stirring once, cooking until chicken is tender and at least 170 degrees F.
  • Whisk together sour cream and cream cheese until smooth. Stir into chicken mixture. Season with salt and pepper if desired. Continue cooking for 15 to 20 minutes on LOW or until heated through.
  • Delicious served with rice, black beans, vegetables and warm corn tortillas. Garnish with cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.8 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Cholesterol 115.8 mg, Fat 24.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 32.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 376 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use a combination of ancho and guajillo peppers in the chipotle sauce.
  • If you can't find canned chipotle peppers, you can make your own by smoking and drying jalapeño peppers.
  • Be careful not to overcook the chicken. It should be cooked through but still tender and juicy.
  • Serve the chicken and pintos with Spanish rice, black beans, or your favorite sides.
  • Shred the chicken before serving for a more authentic taco experience.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker chipotle chicken and pintos recipe is an easy and delicious way to make a flavorful and satisfying meal. The combination of chipotle peppers, chicken, and pintos is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve it with your favorite sides for a complete and satisfying meal.

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