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Barbecue Chicken Tostadas

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Turn leftover Slow Cooker Barbecue Chicken Thighs into a whole new meal with these Barbecue Chicken Tostadas. Crispy tostadas topped with saucy chicken and fresh toppings make dinner feel exciting without extra cooking. Reusing leftovers like this helps stretch your time, budget, and creativity while keeping meals interesting for the whole family.


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  1. Shred and reheat your slow cooker barbecue chicken ensuring that the chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 Degrees F.
  2. Lay out 4 tostada shells on a cookie sheet and divide ½ of the chicken onto the tostada shells and top with ½ of the mozzarella cheese.
  3. Broil the tostadas until the cheese melts.
  4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 with the remaining tostadas.
  5. Top with the diced red onion and green onion.
  6. Serve.
Recipe Notes

BBQ Chicken Tostadas Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 tostada (96g) 8 Amount per serving Calories 150 % Daily Value Total Fat 7 g 9 % Saturated Fat 3 g 15 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 40 mg 13 % Sodium 300 mg 13 % Total Carbohydrate 12 g 4 % Dietary Fiber 1 g 4 % Total Sugars 3 g Added Sugars 1 g 2 % Protein 12 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 220 mg 15 % Iron 0.8 mg 4 % Potassium 190 mg 4 %

Slow Cooker Barbecue Chicken Thighs

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This Slow Cooker Barbecue Chicken Thighs recipe is the perfect starting point for a stress-free week. With minimal prep and hands-off cooking, you’ll have tender, flavorful chicken ready to enjoy—and ready to reuse. Cooking extra chicken at the beginning of the week saves time later and opens the door for creative leftovers, like tostadas and casseroles, that make mealtime easier and more flexible.


Slow Cooker Barbecue Chicken Thighs
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  1. Remove excess fat from the chicken thighs.
  2. Spray the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
  4. Combine the barbecue sauce and water and pour over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  5. Cook on high for 4-6 hours or low for 6-8 hours and ensure chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 Degrees F.
Recipe Notes

Nutrition Facts Serving size 4 ounces (173g) 12 Amount per serving Calories 170 % Daily Value Total Fat 5 g 6 % Saturated Fat 1.5 g 8 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 105 mg 35 % Sodium 380 mg 17 % Total Carbohydrate 9 g 3 % Dietary Fiber 1 g 4 % Total Sugars 6 g Added Sugars 4 g 8 % Protein 23 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 20 mg 2 % Iron 1.7 mg 10 % Potassium 430 mg 10 %

Green Chili Pork Stew

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Turn leftovers into a new family favorite!
Got extra Salsa Verde Pork from earlier this week? In just 30 minutes, you can transform it into a hearty Green Chili Pork Stew. 🥣

Add a few pantry staples, serve with warm tortillas or cornbread, and finish with a fresh fruit salad for dessert. ✅ Quick, ✅ Healthy, ✅ Delicious—a complete meal for busy nights!

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  1. In a medium pot add olive oil and add onions and cook until translucent.
  2. Add garlic and green chilies and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. Add chicken stock, white beans, shredded pork, black pepper, cummin and oregano.
  4. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 to 15 minutes. It's ready to enjoy.
  5. Leftovers can be frozen for up to 2 months in an air tight container.
Recipe Notes

Green Chili Pork Stew Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 cup (247g) servings per container 10 Amount per serving Calories 180 % Daily Value Total Fat 6 g 8 % Saturated Fat 1.5 g 8 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 50 mg 17 % Sodium 480 mg 21 % Total Carbohydrate 14 g 5 % Dietary Fiber 3 g 11 % Total Sugars 2 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 18 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 54 mg 4 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 480 mg 10 %

Salsa Verde Pork Street Tacos

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Busy night? No problem!
These Salsa Verde Pork Tacos come together in under 20 minutes when you use our slow-cooked Salsa Verde Pork. 🌮 Pair them with a fresh black bean salad and a side of fruit for a quick, balanced dinner that’s perfect for hectic weeknights.

✅ Fast
✅ Flavorful
✅ Family-friendly

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  1. In a dry skillet heat 2 tortillas flip after 2 minutes and add 1 teaspoon of Mexican blend cheese and some of the shredded pork.
  2. After another 2 minutes or when they are golden brown remove from the skillet and top with chopped onion and cilantro and a squeeze of lime.
  3. Repeat process until all tortillas have been used.
Recipe Notes

Salsa Verda Pork Tacos Nutrition Facts Serving size 4 tacos (216g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 290 % Daily Value Total Fat 9 g 12 % Saturated Fat 3 g 15 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 65 mg 22 % Sodium 260 mg 11 % Total Carbohydrate 30 g 11 % Dietary Fiber 1 g 4 % Total Sugars 4 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 22 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 139 mg 10 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 408 mg 8 %

Salsa Verde Pork Recipe Link https://dinnertonight.tamu.edu/recipe/salsa-verde-pork/

Salsa Verde Pork

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Life can get hectic, and planning weekly meals isn’t always easy. That’s why this Salsa Verde Pork recipe is a game-changer! Cook it in your slow cooker during the day, and when you get home, you’ll have two delicious options ready to go. Serve it up as flavorful Salsa Verde Pork Tacos or transform it into a hearty Green Chili Pork Stew. Either way, you’ll have dinner on the table in 30 minutes or less—fast, easy, and full of flavor!

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Salsa Verde Pork
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  1. Either place a slow cooker liner in the slow cooker or spray with nonstick cooking spray
  2. Place the sliced onions on the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Add the country style pork ribs on top of the onions
  4. Then pour the salsa verda over the pork.
  5. Cover with slow cooker lid and cook on low for 6 -8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
  6. Once done pull out the pork and discard the bones. Shred the pork and add back to the slow cooker to combine with juices.
  7. Enjoy as is or use in either the Salsa Verda Pork Street Tacos or the Green Chili Pork Stew recipes.
Recipe Notes

Salsa Verda Pork Nutrition Facts Serving size 4 ounces (155g) servings per container 12 Amount per serving Calories 170 % Daily Value Total Fat 7 g 9 % Saturated Fat 2.5 g 13 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 85 mg 28 % Sodium 250 mg 11 % Total Carbohydrate 3 g 1 % Dietary Fiber 1 g 4 % Total Sugars 2 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 24 g Vitamin D 1 mcg 6 % Calcium 29 mg 2 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 476 mg 10 %