Slow Cooker Shredded Mexican Chicken

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Recipe by: mrlkn

"Slow cooker Mexican-style shredded chicken. Perfect for tacos, quesadillas, and many other Mexican dishes!"

Directions

Mix chile powder, paprika, onion, garlic, and cumin together in a small bowl.
Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Lightly coat with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Coat all sides of chicken with seasoning mix.
Pour 1/2 of the salsa in a slow cooker and spread to cover the bottom. Place chicken on top and cover with remaining salsa.
Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours or on High for 4 hours, until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Shred chicken with tongs and stir thoroughly so it can absorb remaining juices in the slow cooker.