Crock Pot Chicken Raspberry Chipotle Sliders

This Crock Pot Chicken Raspberry Chipotle Sliders recipe is sweet and smoky, which includes raspberry preserves and chipotle in adobo. It’s a great choice for holiday parties or game day, ready in about 5 hours and 5 minutes.

Crock Pot Chicken Raspberry Chipotle Sliders Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 1/2 cups raspberry jam or preserves
• 1 1/2 tablespoons chipotles in adobo sauce (plus more as needed)
• 1 large jalapeño, minced (plus more as needed)
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt & freshly ground pepper to taste
• Honey, as needed
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water
• 12 slider buns, for serving
• 8 oz goat cheese

How To Make Crock Pot Chicken Raspberry Chipotle Sliders

1. Prepare the sauce and chicken: Place chicken in the crock pot. In a bowl, combine raspberry jam, chipotle in adobo, jalapeño, apple cider vinegar, and lemon juice. Pour over chicken.
2. Slow cook the chicken: Cover and cook on LOW for 3-5 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
3. Shred the chicken: Turn off the crock pot. Transfer chicken to a plate and shred with two forks.
4. Transfer and season: Pour the sauce into a saucepan. Return shredded chicken to the crock pot and season with salt and pepper. Cover to keep warm.
5. Adjust sauce flavor: Taste the sauce and add honey for sweetness or extra chipotle/jalapeño for heat.
6. Thicken the sauce: Mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Bring the sauce to a boil over medium-high heat, whisking continuously. Add cornstarch mix, reduce to simmer, and cook 1-2 minutes until thickened.
7. Combine and serve: Pour desired amount of sauce over shredded chicken and stir. Serve on slider buns topped with goat cheese and jalapeños.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
  Yes, thighs work well and stay tender during slow cooking.
• How spicy is this recipe?
  It has a mild kick. Add more chipotle or jalapeños if you prefer extra heat.
• What’s a good substitute for goat cheese?
  Cream cheese or feta can work in a pinch.
• Can I prep the sauce in advance?
  Yes, the sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• How to serve these for parties:
  Keep the chicken warm in the crock pot and let guests build their own sliders.

What To Serve With Chicken Raspberry Chipotle Sliders

These sliders are perfect with simple sides like:

• Coleslaw or a crunchy slaw mix
• Sweet potato fries or waffle fries
• Pickles or pickled red onions
• Corn salad or grilled corn

How To Store Chicken Raspberry Chipotle Sliders

Refrigerate: Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freeze: Freeze the shredded chicken (without the buns) for up to 2 months. Thaw and reheat before serving.

Chicken Raspberry Chipotle Sliders Nutrition Facts

• Calories: ~450
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 36g
• Fat: 18g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Sodium: 540mg
• Sugar: 18g

Nutrition values are estimates and may vary based on exact ingredients and quantities used.

FAQs

Can I make these ahead for a party?
Yes, make the chicken a day ahead and reheat in the slow cooker with a splash of broth.

Can I make this spicier?
Add more chipotles or minced jalapeños to the sauce to turn up the heat.

Is there a way to make this less sweet?
Use a low-sugar raspberry preserve or cut back on the jam.

Do these work well as full-size sandwiches?
Yes, the filling is flavorful enough to use in larger sandwich buns.

Can I use leftover sauce for other meals?
Absolutely! Try it over grilled chicken, pork, or even roasted veggies.

Try More Recipes:

• Crock Pot Chicken Ramen
• Crock Pot Chicken Ranch Tacos
• Crock Pot Chicken Quinoa Burrito Bowl