Slow Cooker Chicken Ropa Vieja
This Slow Cooker Chicken Ropa Vieja provides 38g protein and 266 calories per serving — a shredded chicken option that pairs naturally with rice or beans. 6 servings from quick prep on the stovetop give you mid-week coverage without reheating monotony. The lower calorie footprint leaves room to customize side portions based on your daily targets.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(907g)
- •Garlic(240g)
- •Oregano, Dried(8g)
- •Cumin, Ground(5g)
- •Red pepper flakes(1g)
- •Freshly cracked black pepper ($0.05)
- •Yellow Onion
- •Bell Pepper
- •Bell Pepper
- •Canned Diced Tomatoes(425g)
- •Tomato Paste(45g)
- •Salt to taste (1/2 to 1 tsp) ($0.02)
Instructions
- 1Trim the chicken pieces of excess fat, if desired. Place the chicken pieces in the bottom of the slow cooker (4qt. or larger). Mince the garlic and add it to the slow cooker. Sprinkle the oregano, cumin, red pepper flakes, and some freshly cracked pepper over the chicken.
- 2Slice the onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper into strips. Place the onion and bell peppers on top of the chicken in the slow cooker. Add the can of diced tomatoes (with juices) and tomato paste to the slow cooker. The tomato paste can be added in dollops and will be stirred in after cooking.
- 3Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on high for four hours. After four hours, remove the lid and use tongs to stir the contents. Break the chicken into shreds as you stir the slow cooker. If the juices in the slow cooker are too thin, allow the pot to continue simmering on high without the lid for about 15 minutes to reduce the liquid. Taste and season with salt as needed (I added 1/2 tsp).
- 4Serve the ropa in a bowl, over rice, or in a warm tortilla.
Nutrition — Per Serving
266
calories
38g
protein
5g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 18g
- Saturated fat
- 1.0g
- Sodium
- 162 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 3.2g
6 servings per batch · ~272g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Slow Cooker Chicken Ropa Vieja have per serving?
Each serving contains 38g of protein and 266 calories, with 5g fat and 18g carbs. This is a high-protein, low-calorie option that delivers substantial protein with minimal fat.
How long does Slow Cooker Chicken Ropa Vieja take to prep?
Prep is quick and the recipe batch-preps 6 servings at once, making it efficient for a full week of ready-to-eat meals. One cook session provides multiple dinners with minimal active time per serving.
Is Slow Cooker Chicken Ropa Vieja good for fat loss?
At 266 calories and only 5g fat per serving with 38g protein, this recipe is highly optimized for fat loss. The calorie efficiency combined with high protein makes it ideal for deficit phases where preserving muscle mass is the priority.
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