Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless
skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet low-sodium taco seasoning
1.25-ounce
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
from about two ears of corn if using fresh
- 1 can black beans
rinsed and drained, 15-ounce
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
- 1 jar of your favorite salsa
16-ounce
- 1 can diced tomatoes and green chilies with juice
10-ounce
- 1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro
- brown rice
cooked and hot, for serving
- optional topping ideas: shredded lettuce
chopped tomatoes, shredded reduced-fat cheese, chopped avocados or guacamole, reduced-fat sour cream, chopped green onions, additional chopped fresh cilantro, and hot sauce
Directions
- 1
Place chicken in the slow cooker. Sprinkle taco seasoning, corn, black beans, and onions over chicken. Pour salsa and canned tomatoes on top.
- 2
Cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours.
- 3
Just before serving, use two forks to shred the chicken. Add cilantro. Stir to combine ingredients.
- 4
Serve over brown rice with optional toppings as desired.
Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl
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About this Recipe
Dreaming of a flavorful Mexican feast on a busy weeknight? This Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl recipe is your answer, making dinner simple, delicious, and deeply satisfying.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and the 'make ahead' convenience, allowing you to create a fun, customizable burrito bar with minimal effort. Your slow cooker does all the heavy lifting, infusing tender chicken with vibrant flavors.
You'll be greeted with incredibly tender, shredded chicken, perfectly seasoned with taco spices, nestled among sweet corn, hearty black beans, and savory onions. The diced tomatoes and green chilies, combined with your favorite salsa, create a rich, slightly zesty base that perfectly complements the fresh cilantro. Served over warm brown rice, this bowl offers a comforting, hearty experience that feels both wholesome and indulgent.
Customization & Variations
The 'burrito bar' concept truly shines here, offering endless customization. Easily tailor each bowl with toppings like crisp shredded lettuce, juicy chopped tomatoes, creamy avocado or guacamole, and a sprinkle of reduced-fat cheese or a dollop of sour cream. Don't have a specific type of diced tomatoes and green chilies? Any variety will work, or you can use plain diced tomatoes and add a pinch of chili powder for a similar effect.
This Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl is ideal for casual weeknight dinners or entertaining friends, providing a hands-on, interactive meal. Serve it family-style, allowing everyone to build their perfect bowl over a bed of hot brown rice.