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Slow Cooker Chicken Tinga Tostadas

4.5 hr slow cooker · 15 min hands-on4 servings🍳 1 pan + slow cookerPicky-eater safe bet: cheese$15.00580 cal · 42g protein
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Ingredients

  • boneless skinless chicken thighs2 lb
  • fire-roasted diced tomatoes1 can
  • chipotle peppers in adobo1 can
  • white onion1 count
  • garlic3 cloves
  • dried oregano1 tsp
  • tostada shells12 count
  • refried beans1 can
  • shredded lettuce2 cups
  • cotija cheese½ cup
  • salt1 tsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Blend the tomatoes, 2 chipotle peppers plus 1 tablespoon of their sauce, garlic, oregano, and salt until smooth. Use just 1 chipotle for a milder, kid-friendly version.

  2. 2

    Slice the onion into the slow cooker, set the chicken on top, and pour the sauce over.

  3. 3

    Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours (or HIGH for 2.5) until the chicken is tender.

  4. 4

    Shred the chicken in the pot and stir it into the sauce. If it's watery, cook uncovered on HIGH for 15 minutes.

  5. 5

    Warm the refried beans. Spread beans on each tostada, then top with chicken, lettuce, and cotija.

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