Description
This Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl is an easy, dump-and-go recipe packed with Mexican flavors. Juicy shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and rice cook together for a hearty, one-pot meal the whole family will love!
Ingredients
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- For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 cup salsa (mild, medium, or spicy)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Add-ins:
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained & rinsed
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned, drained)
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice (or instant rice for quicker cooking)
- Toppings (Optional but Recommended):
- Shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack)
- Avocado or guacamole
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges
- Diced tomatoes or pico de gallo
Instructions
- Prepare the Slow Cooker:
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Pour salsa and chicken broth over the chicken.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt.
- Slow Cook the Chicken:
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
- Shred the Chicken:
- Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
- Cook the Rice & Add Beans & Corn:
- Add the uncooked rice, black beans, and corn to the slow cooker.
- Return the shredded chicken, stir everything together, and cover.
- Cook for 30–45 more minutes on HIGH or until the rice is tender.
- Serve & Garnish:
- Spoon into bowls and top with cheese, avocado, sour cream, cilantro, or any desired toppings.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice for extra flavor.
Notes
- If using instant rice, add it in the last 20 minutes of cooking.
- Swap chicken breasts for boneless chicken thighs for a richer flavor.
- For a low-carb version, replace rice with cauliflower rice (add it in the last 10 minutes).
- Add diced bell peppers or onions for more veggies.
- Details
Nutrition
- Calories: ~350 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
