Our version of Cafe Rio Shredded Chicken is slow-cooked to perfection with a blend of savory spices perfect for a salad, burrito, quesadilla or enchiladas!
Cafe Rio Shredded Chicken
Crockpot or slow cooker shredded chicken is an absolute game-changer for busy families and meal preppers alike! It’s super convenient—you just toss the chicken in the crockpot with some delicious seasonings and let it cook low and slow while you go about your day. By the time dinner rolls around, you’ve got perfectly tender, juicy chicken that practically shreds itself. It’s incredibly versatile, too! Use it for tacos, salads, quesadillas, wraps, burritos—the possibilities are endless. If you meal prep, this chicken is great to portion and keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. It also freezes really well and can be frozen for up to 3 months!
This recipe is inspired by one of our favorite local favorite restaurants – Cafe Rio! The seasonings on the chicken give it SO much flavor and it always turns out super moist. You have got to give it a try!
Ingredients for Cafe Rio Shredded Chicken
- Boneless Skinless Chicken
- White Vinegar
- Zesty Italian Dressing (dry)
- Dry Ranch Dressing Mix
How to Make Crockpot Shredded Chicken Cafe Rio Style
- In a medium mixing bowl, mix vinegar, oil, zesty Italian seasoning packet, chili powder, cumin, and dry ranch seasoning.
- Spray the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray and then add the chicken.
- Pour the dressing mixture over the top.
- Cover and cook on high for 4 hours.
- When it is done, shred the chicken with a fork.
Tips for Shredding Chicken
An easy hack for shredding chicken is to cool the chicken slightly after it is cooked. Put the chicken into a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment to shred the chicken. Start on low speed and gradually increase to medium-high speed. The chicken will shred quickly and evenly within a minute or two!
How to Make Cafe Rio Salad with Chicken
We love this chicken for lots of recipes, but our very favorite is Cafe Rio Salad!
Such a filling and delicious meal! Every time I make this, everyone in my family loves it!
Recipes We Love Adding This Chicken To:
- Cafe Rio Shredded Chicken Copycat
Our version of Cafe Rio Shredded Chicken is slow-cooked to perfection with a blend of savory spices perfect for a salad, burrito, quesadilla or enchiladas!
