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We’re big fans of pulled pork here at Gran Luchito but we know it requires some time to prepare! So for the days we want loads of flavour and that lovely texture of shredded meat but we are limited on time, we find that this recipe for Mexican Pulled Chicken fits the bill.
We recommend using chicken thighs that have a bit more fat and cook really fast. They’re simmered with the Gran Luchito Chipotle Paste, orange juice, apple cider vinegar and chicken stock, among other ingredients. This recipe turns regular chicken into the tastiest Mexican pulled chicken ready to go straight into tacos.
Once you nail this pulled chicken recipe you’ll soon be using leftovers in everything from burritos to quesadillas or even served with just green salad leaves and avocado.
This slow cooker Mexican shredded chicken is even better when served with warm Gran Luchito Soft Taco Wraps and some Gran Luchito Salsas.
Prep time
15 mins
Cook time
30 mins
Total time
45 mins
Ideal for
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A couple of sides that would go really well with this dish are:
You can have them on their own with the pulled chicken, or all wrapped up together in our Gran Luchito Soft Taco Wraps.
Your free guide will be emailed to you immediately. Pulled chicken means that the chicken has been barbecued or smoked low and slow, usually with a regional rub of some sort, and perhaps a barbecue sauce. Shredded chicken refers only to the consistency of the meat, which could have been baked or stewed or something else. Although nutrition and calories can vary depending on the recipe and ingredients, pulled chicken is lower in calories and fat than say pulled pork, making it a healthier choice than some. Yes, you can use a whole chicken. Simply put a whole chicken into the slow cooker and several hours later you have juicy, tender, fall-of-the-bone chicken. Alternatively, you can use chicken breasts, however we'd advise to use the parts of a chicken with skin on, as it retains moisture and stops the chicken from drying out too much. Subscribe now for a free copy of the Gran Luchito e-cookbook filled with delicious, authentic Mexican recipes and join our mailing list for all the latest recipes, news and blog updates.
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