Description
This Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl is packed with tender shredded chicken, beans, rice, and bold Mexican flavors. It’s an easy, set-it-and-forget-it meal that’s perfect for meal prep or a family dinner!
Ingredients
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- For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 4 chicken thighs)
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes (with green chilies for extra spice)
- 1 cup frozen or canned corn, drained
- 1 cup salsa (your favorite variety)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- For the Rice (Added Later):
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice (or brown rice)
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth or water
- Toppings (Optional):
- Shredded cheese
- Chopped cilantro
- Diced avocado or guacamole
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Sliced jalapeños
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the slow cooker – Add chicken, black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, salsa, chicken broth, and all the seasonings to the slow cooker. Stir to mix.
- 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 shreds.
- Shred the chicken – Remove the chicken from the slow cooker, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot.
- Cook the rice – Stir in uncooked rice and chicken broth or water. Cover and cook on LOW for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
- Serve – Scoop into bowls and add your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
Notes
- Want it spicier? Add ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper or use a spicy salsa.
- Use pre-cooked rice – If using pre-cooked rice, stir it in just before serving instead of adding it to the slow cooker.
- Make it creamy – Stir in ½ cup sour cream or cream cheese before serving for a creamy twist.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Calories: ~350
- Sugar: ~6g
- Sodium: ~750mg
- Fat: ~6g
- Saturated Fat: ~1g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~50g
- Fiber: ~7g
- Protein: ~28g
- Cholesterol: ~50mg