{"id":44990,"date":"2025-07-31T11:13:56","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T18:13:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/?p=44990"},"modified":"2025-07-31T11:13:56","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T18:13:56","slug":"cafe-rio-chicken","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/cafe-rio-chicken\/","title":{"rendered":"Cafe Rio Chicken Recipe (Crockpot)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>This copycat&nbsp;<strong>Cafe Rio chicken recipe<\/strong>&nbsp;tastes&nbsp;<em>exactly like the restaurant,<\/em>&nbsp;zesty and flavorful. It&rsquo;s a&nbsp;<em>simple dump and go crock pot recipe<\/em>&nbsp;that is ready in just a couple of hours and is perfect for quick chicken tacos. All you need are&nbsp;<em>5 simple ingredients<\/em>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero1.jpg\" alt=\"Shredded chicken in a crockpot with text overlay.\" class=\"wp-image-44943\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of my favorite things about Cafe Rio recipes is the Mexican flavor. If you&rsquo;ve never visited the restaurant you are missing out, but today I&rsquo;m bringing my personal favorite straight to your kitchen. It&rsquo;s such as easy meal and very versatile, so we keep it in our regular dinner rotation. You can even make the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/simple-ranch-seasoning-packet-recipe\/\">Ranch seasoning<\/a>&nbsp;from scratch and probably won&rsquo;t have to make a trip to the store! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We love Caf&eacute; Rio chicken with&nbsp;grilled <a href=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/mexican-street-corn\/\">Mexican street corn<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/flavor-packed-mexican-rice\/\">easy Mexican rice<\/a>. Don&rsquo;t forget the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/peach-margaritas\/\">peach margaritas<\/a>! If we were actually sitting at the restaurant, I would probably order a regular margarita, but I like to switch it up at home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n[feast_advanced_jump_to]\n\n\n<h2 id=\"%f0%9f%8d%97-ingredients\"   class=\"wp-block-heading\" >&#127831; Ingredients:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Ingredient.jpg\" alt=\"Ingredients needed to make Cafe Rio Chicken Recipe.\" class=\"wp-image-63010\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Ingredient.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Ingredient-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Ingredient-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Ingredient-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Ingredient-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Ingredient.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"checkmark-block\">   \n        <div class=\"wrap\">\n            \n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>chicken breasts<\/strong>&nbsp;&ndash; we used boneless skinless.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Zesty Italian dressing<\/strong>&nbsp;&ndash; you can use homemade Italian dressing or your favorite store bought.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Seasoning: <\/strong>chili powder, ground cumin, garlic salt, <a href=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/simple-ranch-seasoning-packet-recipe\/\">ranch seasoning mix<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>For a full list of ingredients and their measurements, <\/em>&#128203;<em> please view my printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Optional Garnish:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Serve this flavorful shredded chicken in a taco salad, burrito bowl, or on taco Tuesday with your favorite toppings (like sour cream, pico de gallo, cotija cheese, and avocado) wrapped in a flour tortilla.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"substitutes-block\">   \n        <div class=\"wrap\">\n            \n\t\t\t<h2 id=\"substitutions-and-variations\"   class=\"substitute-title\">Substitutions and Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Instant Pot<\/strong>&nbsp;&ndash; to make Cafe Rio chicken in the pressure cooker, follow the same instructions. Cook on high pressure for 6 minutes, then let the pressure release naturally. If you are using frozen chicken, you will have to increase the cooking time.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enchiladas<\/strong>&nbsp;&ndash; wrap in flour tortillas, top with red enchilada sauce or <a href=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/green-enchilada-sauce\/\">green enchilada sauce<\/a> and cheese. Bake at 350&deg;F until it&rsquo;s warmed through and cheese is melted.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n \n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"%f0%9f%94%aa-instructions\"   class=\"wp-block-heading\" >&#128298;  Instructions:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step1.jpg\" alt=\"Chicken breasts in a crockpot before cooking spices surrounding crockpot.\" class=\"wp-image-44950\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step1.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Add the chicken to the crock pot.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step2.jpg\" alt=\"Italian dressing on top of chicken in crockpot.\" class=\"wp-image-44951\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step2.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step2-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step2.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2: <\/strong>Pour the Italian dressing on top.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step3.jpg\" alt=\"Seasonings added to the chicken dressing mixture in the crockpot.\" class=\"wp-image-44952\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step3.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step3-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step3-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step3.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Sprinkle the seasonings evenly across the top.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step4.jpg\" alt=\"Cafe Rio Chicken breasts after being cooked in the crockpot.\" class=\"wp-image-44953\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step4.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step4-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step4-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step4.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4: <\/strong>Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 3-4 hours.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t<div class=\"outline-box\">\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Any time you want to shred meat and poultry fast, use an electric mixer! <\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step5.jpg\" alt=\"Two images of chicken being shredded and after chicken has been shredded.\" class=\"wp-image-44954\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step5.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step5-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step5-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Step5.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 6:<\/strong> Shred the chicken and add back to the slow cooker.&nbsp; <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SERVE:<\/strong> Serve the shredded chicken in quesadillas, chicken salads, or burritos. Our favorite way is with nachos.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero2.jpg\" alt=\"Shredded chicken with tongs.\" class=\"wp-image-44944\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero2.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"note-block\">   \n        <div class=\"note-inner\">\n    \n\n<h2 id=\"recipe-tips-for-shredded-cafe-rio-chicken\"   class=\"wp-block-heading\" >Recipe Tips for Shredded Cafe Rio Chicken<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The best way to shred chicken is by using a hand mixer, it&rsquo;s much easier.&nbsp;A stand mixer works great, too, but it can over-shred the meat really fast.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make cleanup easier by using a crock pot liner before starting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"fun-facts-block\">   \n        <div class=\"wrap\">\n\t\t\t<h2 id=\"fun-fact\"   class=\"fun-fact-title\">Fun Fact<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Cafe Rio uses the highest quality, freshest ingredients, nothing is premade, and not one location has a microwave. <\/p>\n\n\n \n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero3.jpg\" alt=\"Front view of Cafe Rio Chicken Recipe in a large bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-44945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero3-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero3-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Crockpot-Cafe-Rio-Shredded-Chicken-Hero3.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"recipe-faqs\"   class=\"wp-block-heading\" >Recipe FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1656496011990\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is Cafe Rio?&nbsp;<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Cafe Rio is a popular chain of fast-casual restaurants that specializes in serving Mexican cuisine, mostly found on the west coast. They are known for their fresh and made-to-order dishes, including burritos, tacos, salads, and enchiladas. Cafe Rio is famous for its flavorful and customizable menu options, often incorporating ingredients such as grilled meats, fresh vegetables, and various salsas. The restaurant&rsquo;s atmosphere is typically casual and inviting, making it a popular choice for quick and tasty Mexican food.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1656496025862\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How to store Cafe Rio slow cooker chicken?&nbsp;<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Keep leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days. 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11.0067277,9.41282113 L11,9.2962 Z\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/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\">10<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-separate 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=\"#ffffff\" 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><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#ffffff\" 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><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#ffffff\" 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><path fill=\"#ffffff\" 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\"><\/path><\/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\">2<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-separate 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=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><g class=\"nc-icon-wrapper\" fill=\"#ffffff\" transform=\"translate(1.5999999999999996 1.5999999999999996) scale(0.8)\"><path fill=\"#ffffff\" d=\"M15,2c0.6,0,1-0.4,1-1s-0.4-1-1-1H1C0.4,0,0,0.4,0,1s0.4,1,1,1h1c0.1,2.4,0.8,4.5,2,6c-1.2,1.4-2,3.6-2,6H1 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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>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wprm-summary\">\n<div class=\"wprm-summary_servings\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-44991 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-text-buttons wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"44991\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\" data-button-background=\"#ef4c82\" data-button-accent=\"#ffffff\" data-button-radius=\"3px\">6<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-summary_summary\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">This flavorful Mexican chicken recipe is our favorite way to enjoy Cafe Rio at home! Making it in the slow cooker means dinner is simple and stress free.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wprm-share\">\n<div class=\"wprm-share-icon\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thegirlinspired.com\/wprm_print\/cafe-rio-chicken-recipe\" style=\"color: #242424;background-color: #ffffff;border-color: #343434;border-radius: 0px;padding: 10px 15px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-print wprm-recipe-link wprm-print-recipe-shortcode wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-print-wide-button wprm-recipe-link-wide-button wprm-color-accent\" data-recipe-id=\"44991\" data-template=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-print-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=\"#ef4c82\" 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class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-44991 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-text-buttons wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"44991\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\" data-button-background=\"#333333\" data-button-accent=\"#ffffff\" data-button-radius=\"3px\">6<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-44991-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-44991-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"44991\" data-servings=\"6\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line\" style=\"\">Ingredients<div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #242424;\"><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2 &frac12; pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 4 breasts)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2 &frac12;<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">pounds<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">boneless<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-smaller\">skinless chicken breasts (about 4 breasts)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 cup Italian dressing\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Italian dressing<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 tablespoon chili powder\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoon<\/span> <span 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id=\"recipe-44991-notes\" 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;\"><strong>Notes:<\/strong><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span dir=\"ltr\" style=\"display: block;\">Keep leftover in the refrigerator for 2-3 days or freeze, as long as the chicken wasn&rsquo;t previously frozen.&nbsp;<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span dir=\"ltr\" style=\"display: block;\">Nachos and tacos are our favorite way to serve this tender and zesty chicken.&nbsp;<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span dir=\"ltr\" style=\"display: block;\">You can swap boneless, skinless chicken thighs for the chicken breasts or use both.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span dir=\"ltr\" style=\"display: block;\">If you don&rsquo;t want to cook on high heat, turn the crockpot to low for 3-4 hours. &nbsp;Use a digital thermometer to check the center of the chicken and that it has reached 165&deg;F.&nbsp;<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-44991-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line\" style=\"\">Nutrition<div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #242424;\"><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #242424\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">317<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #242424\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #242424\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #242424\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #242424\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">41<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #242424\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #242424\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">14<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #242424\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #242424\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #242424\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #242424\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #242424\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #242424\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #242424\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #242424\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #242424\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #242424\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">121<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #242424\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #242424\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1807<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #242424\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #242424\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">776<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #242424\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #242424\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #242424\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #242424\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #242424\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #242424\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">479<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #242424\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #242424\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #242424\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #242424\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">29<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #242424\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #242424\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div 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