Description
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of our Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Burrito Bowl, an easy and wholesome meal perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This dish combines tender chicken with zesty salsa, black beans, and corn, all simmered together for a hearty experience. The best part? You can customize each bowl with your favorite toppings, from creamy avocado to fresh cilantro, making it a hit for everyone at the table. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this recipe is not only delicious but also ideal for meal prep. Make a big batch and savor the leftovers throughout the week!
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 bell pepper (diced)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice (for serving)
Instructions
- Lightly grease the slow cooker insert.
- Place chicken at the bottom of the slow cooker and pour salsa and chicken broth over it.
- Add black beans, corn, diced bell pepper, onion, garlic, and spices. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 4 to 6 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and return it to the mixture.
- To serve, spoon cooked rice into bowls and top with the chicken mixture along with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg