{"id":822,"date":"2015-03-02T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2015-03-02T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dianehoman.wordpress.com\/?p=822"},"modified":"2024-02-13T19:17:30","modified_gmt":"2024-02-14T02:17:30","slug":"cafe-rio-copycat-chicken-and-rice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homanathome.com\/2015\/03\/cafe-rio-copycat-chicken-and-rice\/","title":{"rendered":"Slow Cooker Cafe Rio Copycat Shredded Chicken"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">&nbsp;<em>Save money with this juicy copycat Cafe Rio chicken made in the slow cooker! Made with pantry ingredients, this is the the perfect base for bowls, tacos, and burritos.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homanathome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Cafe-Rio-Chicken-Wide.jpg?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homanathome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Cafe-Rio-Chicken-Wide.jpg?resize=1200%2C798&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21915\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why you want this recipe:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>made from pantry staples<\/li><li>delicious Mexican chicken recipe<\/li><li>low carb, healthy, and gluten-free<\/li><li>so easy; so good!<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What do I need for Cafe Rio Copycat Chicken?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homanathome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cafe-Rio-Chicken-Story-2.jpg?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homanathome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Cafe-Rio-Chicken-Story-2.jpg?resize=320%2C427&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-22586\" width=\"320\" height=\"427\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This recipe is made with 2-3 boneless skinless chicken breasts. While you can use other cuts of chicken, including chicken thighs, the white meat of breasts is the closest dupe you&#8217;ll find for the real deal <a href=\"https:\/\/homanathome.com\/2023\/03\/cafe-rio-rice\/\">cafe rio<\/a> chicken recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Italian dressing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Zesty Italian dressing gives you the best flavor, but you can use regular or House as well. The oil in the dressing helps create that juicy tenderness, while the seasonings add flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ranch Powder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The secret to this tasty chicken is this ingredient. Ranch dressing powder mix is just the right mix of seasonings to create that delicious Cafe Rio taste!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cumin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Adding warmth to the mix is cumin. You&#8217;ll want ground cumin for this recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Garlic Powder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This recipe uses garlic powder, but you can sub minced garlic or garlic cloves for this. For minced garlic, you&#8217;ll need 1 tablespoon. For garlic cloves, you&#8217;ll want at least 3, chopped finely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chili Powder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Chili powder lends a gorgeous smokiness to this recipe.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I make Cafe Rio Copycat Chicken?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homanathome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Cafe-Rio-Chicken-Instructions.png?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homanathome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Cafe-Rio-Chicken-Instructions.png?resize=527%2C933&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-22585\" width=\"527\" height=\"933\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1 | Cook<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Start by spraying your crock pot with cooking spray. Then, lay the chicken breasts on the bottom, and sprinkle them with the powder and spices. Finally, pour the Italian dressing and water on top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Turn your slow cooker to low and leave the chicken to cook for 5-6 hours. you can also cook this on high for 3-4 hours, but the chicken will be less juicy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2 | Shred<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once your chicken is completely cooked, you can remove it from the slow cooker and use a knife and fork to shred it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3 | Enjoy!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>And that&#8217;s it! You can enjoy your chicken in a number of ways. You can create burrito bowls by putting some of this chicken on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yellowblissroad.com\/authentic-mexican-rice\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mexican rice<\/a>, then topping with sour cream, pico de gallo, shredded lettuce, cotija cheese, salsa, guacamole, and anything else that floats your boat!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Restaurant Copycat Recipes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"hah-table\">\n      <div class=\"hah-table-image\">\n        <!-- Change the link here -->\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/homanathome.com\/2015\/02\/olive-garden-copycat-chicken-gnocchi-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n          <!-- Change the image here -->\n          <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homanathome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Chicken-Gnocchi-Soup.jpg?w=1280&#038;ssl=1\">\n          <!-- Change the title here -->\n          <span class=\"hah-table-title\">Olive Garden Chicken and Gnocchi Soup<\/span>\n        <\/a>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"hah-table-image\">\n        <!-- Change the link here -->\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/homanathome.com\/2015\/10\/copycat-panda-sweetfire-chicken\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n          <!-- Change the image here -->\n          <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homanathome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Sweetfire-Chicken-Wide.jpg?w=1280&#038;ssl=1\">\n          <!-- Change the title here -->\n          <span class=\"hah-table-title\">Panda Express Copycat Sweetfire Chicken<\/span>\n        <\/a>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"hah-table-image\">\n        <!-- Change the link here -->\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/homanathome.com\/2017\/11\/cinnamon-chip-bread\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n          <!-- Change the image here -->\n          <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homanathome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Cinnamon-Chip-Bread-1.jpg?w=1280\">\n          <!-- Change the title here -->\n          <span class=\"hah-table-title\">Great Harvest Cinnamon Chip Bread<\/span>\n        <\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ways to Serve Your Chicken<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Burritos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Wrap your Cafe Rio chicken in a flour tortilla, along with rice, refried beans, and any veggies and salsa you&#8217;d like for an easy lunch or dinner!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enchiladas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This <a href=\"https:\/\/homanathome.com\/2014\/12\/chicken-enchiladas\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">easy chicken enchilada recipe<\/a> is fantastic with this shredded chicken. This <a href=\"https:\/\/homanathome.com\/2014\/09\/enchilada-sauce\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">homemade enchilada sauce<\/a> is another excellent addition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Shredded Chicken Salad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For the healthier minded among us, shredded <a href=\"https:\/\/homanathome.com\/2018\/09\/dijon-chicken-salad\/\">chicken salad<\/a> is absolutely delicious. Start with a bed of lettuce, then top with tomatoes, corn, black beans, cotija cheese. Pico de gallo or guacamole make a great dressing as well!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chicken Tacos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For Taco Tuesday or any day of the week, you can top a corn tortilla with this chicken, then add your favorite taco toppings!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homanathome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Cafe-Rio-Chicken-Story-4.jpg?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homanathome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Cafe-Rio-Chicken-Story-4.jpg?resize=640%2C853&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-22588\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storing Your Leftovers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This copycat recipe is a fantastic choice for meal prepping. You can make this and eat it all week. To store your chicken, place it in an airtight container. It will keep for one week in the fridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your chicken may become dry when you reheat it. To avoid this, wet a paper towel, then place it over the chicken before putting it in the microwave. The water from the towel will help the chicken to remain juicy and tender!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Mexican Dinners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"hah-table\">\n      <div class=\"hah-table-image\">\n        <!-- Change the link here -->\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/homanathome.com\/2023\/02\/hatch-chile-relleno-casserole\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n          <!-- Change the image here -->\n          <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homanathome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Chili-Relleno-Casserole-Wide-2.jpg?w=1280&#038;ssl=1\">\n          <!-- Change the title here -->\n          <span class=\"hah-table-title\">Chile Relleno Casserole<\/span>\n        <\/a>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"hah-table-image\">\n        <!-- Change the link here -->\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/homanathome.com\/2023\/01\/chicken-taco-casserole\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n          <!-- Change the image here -->\n          <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homanathome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Taco-Casserole-Wide-1.jpg?w=1280&#038;ssl=1\">\n          <!-- Change the title here -->\n          <span class=\"hah-table-title\">Chicken Taco Casserole<\/span>\n        <\/a>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"hah-table-image\">\n        <!-- Change the link here -->\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/homanathome.com\/2017\/07\/fiesta-chicken-bowls\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n          <!-- Change the image here -->\n          <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homanathome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Chicken-Fiesta-3.jpg?w=1280&#038;ssl=1\">\n          <!-- Change the title here -->\n          <span class=\"hah-table-title\">Chicken Fiesta Bowls<\/span>\n        <\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1676497580826\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I use frozen chicken breasts?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes! Frozen chicken breasts work great in this recipe. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1676497593814\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is this recipe gluten free?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">As long as your ranch powder and Italian dressing are gluten-free. Kraft Italian Dressing is gluten-free, as is Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Mix. I&#8217;m not sure about others, so make sure to check whichever brand you choose to use!<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1676497607498\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is this recipe keto?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The Italian dressing is the key to making this keto. Most large-brand Italian dressings are not keto, but there are some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesomeyum.com\/italian-dressing-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fantastic homemade versions<\/a> you can sub to keep things keto-friendly.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1676497623632\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I make this in the instant pot?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes! To make this in the Instapot, put all the ingredients in the pressure cooker, then set it to &#8220;Poultry.&#8221; Cook for 7 minutes. Then, allow the pressure to release naturally, pull the chicken out, and shred it.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1676497634102\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I substitute _______ for _______?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Please check the recipe notes (&#8220;What do I need for Cafe Rio Copycat Chicken&#8221; section) for notes on substitutions. 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class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-time-icon wprm-recipe-prep-time-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M4.3,16.6l-2.2,2.2c-0.6,0.6-0.9,1.3-0.9,2.1c0,0.8,0.3,1.6,0.9,2.1s1.3,0.9,2.1,0.9c0.8,0,1.6-0.3,2.1-0.9l2.2-2.2L4.3,16.6z\"\/><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M22.6,5.4l-3.5-3.5c-1.1-1.1-2.6-1.8-4.2-1.8s-3.1,0.6-4.2,1.8l-8.4,8.4c-0.4,0.4-0.4,1,0,1.4l7.1,7.1C9.5,18.9,9.7,19,10,19c0,0,0,0,0,0c0.3,0,0.5-0.1,0.7-0.3L22.6,6.8C23,6.4,23,5.8,22.6,5.4z M9.2,14.6l-1.4-1.4l6.4-6.4l1.4,1.4L9.2,14.6z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">5<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-time-icon wprm-recipe-cook-time-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M9,9c0.6,0,1-0.4,1-1V4c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1S8,3.4,8,4v4C8,8.6,8.4,9,9,9z\"\/><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M4,12c0.6,0,1-0.4,1-1V7c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1S3,6.4,3,7v4C3,11.6,3.4,12,4,12z\"\/><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M14,12c0.6,0,1-0.4,1-1V7c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1s-1,0.4-1,1v4C13,11.6,13.4,12,14,12z\"\/><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M23,14h-5H1c-0.6,0-1,0.4-1,1v3c0,1.7,1.3,3,3,3h13c1.7,0,3-1.3,3-3v-1h4c0.6,0,1-0.4,1-1v-1C24,14.4,23.6,14,23,14z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-hours\">6<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hours<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-time-icon wprm-recipe-total-time-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M21,11h2.949C23.466,5.181,18.819,0.534,13,0.051V3h-2V0.051C5.181,0.534,0.534,5.181,0.051,11H3v2H0.051C0.534,18.819,5.181,23.466,11,23.949V21h2v2.949c5.819-0.484,10.466-5.13,10.949-10.949H21V11z M17,13h-5.535L6.613,5.723l1.664-1.109L12.535,11H17V13z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">6<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hours<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">5<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-servings-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M10,0C9.4,0,9,0.4,9,1v4H7V1c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1S5,0.4,5,1v4H3V1c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1S1,0.4,1,1v8c0,1.7,1.3,3,3,3v10c0,1.1,0.9,2,2,2s2-0.9,2-2V12c1.7,0,3-1.3,3-3V1C11,0.4,10.6,0,10,0z\"\/><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M19,0c-3.3,0-6,2.7-6,6v9c0,0.6,0.4,1,1,1h2v6c0,1.1,0.9,2,2,2s2-0.9,2-2V1C20,0.4,19.6,0,19,0z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-block-text-normal\">8<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-nutrition-container wprm-recipe-calories-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-nutrition-icon wprm-recipe-calories-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><rect data-color=\"color-2\" x=\"21\" y=\"8\" fill=\"#333333\" width=\"3\" height=\"8\"\/><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M18,5H1C0.448,5,0,5.447,0,6v12c0,0.553,0.448,1,1,1h17c0.552,0,1-0.447,1-1V6C19,5.447,18.552,5,18,5z M11,12v4l-7-5l5,1V8l6,5L11,12z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-nutrition-label wprm-recipe-calories-label\">Calories <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-nutrition-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-nutrition wprm-recipe-calories wprm-block-text-normal\">133<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-nutrition-unit wprm-recipe-calories-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">kcal<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-18042-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"18042\" data-servings=\"8\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Zesty Italian dressing<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2-3<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">chicken breasts<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">Tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">dry ranch dressing mix powder<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cumin<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">garlic powder<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">chili powder<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">water<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-18042-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"18042\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-18042-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Place all ingredients for chicken into slow cooker and allow to cook on low for 6-8 hours.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredients wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredients-inline wprm-block-text-faded\" style=\"margin-top: -5px; margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-18042-1\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">1\/2 cup Zesty Italian dressing, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-18042-2\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">2-3 chicken breasts, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-18042-7\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">3 Tbsp dry ranch dressing mix powder, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-18042-4\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">1 tsp cumin, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-18042-5\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">1 tsp garlic powder, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-18042-6\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">1 tsp chili powder, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-18042-3\" data-separator=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">1\/2 cup water<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-18042-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Adapted from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixsistersstuff.com\/recipe\/healthy-meals-monday-cafe-rio-slow\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Six Sisters<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homanathome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Signature.jpg?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homanathome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Signature.jpg?resize=376%2C143&#038;ssl=1\" 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