Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl

Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl

Mexican-inspired slow cooker chicken bowl combined with rice, black beans, corn, avocado, cilantro, cheese, and drizzled with a creamy and zesty Cilantro Lime Dressing. Easy and delicious crockpot meal and meal prep.

Ingredients

  • 2-2.5 lbs skinless boneless chicken breast
  • 16 oz chunky salsa
  • 1/3 cup BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing

    + more as drizzle

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 4 cups cooked rice
  • 2 cups frozen sweet corn
  • 1 16oz canned black beans

    low sodium

  • 3 small avocados
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 lime

Directions

  1. 1

    Add all "Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken" ingredients to slow cooker. Set on high and cook for 4 hours.

  2. 2

    Shred chicken (it should come apart really easily!) and let it cook/sit for 10 more minutes. Optional: Add salt to taste if needed (mine was just right without additional salt but this may vary!)

  3. 3

    Prepare the other ingredients - cook rice, heat up frozen corn and black beans in the microwave, chop cilantro, dice avocados, cut lime into wedges. (See Note 1)

  4. 4

    Assemble rice bowls by adding rice, chicken, corn, black beans, and diced avocados to each bowl. Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges. Drizzle with BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing.

  5. 5

    Serve and enjoy!

Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl

Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl

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About this Recipe

Craving an effortless, flavor-packed meal that practically cooks itself? This Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl delivers restaurant-quality flavors and hearty satisfaction right in your own kitchen, perfect for busy weeknights.

The beauty of this Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl is how simply delicious ingredients come together. By simmering skinless boneless chicken breast with chunky salsa, chicken broth, and a vibrant blend of chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, it creates a deeply flavored, tender base without constant supervision.

Imagine tender, succulent chicken, rich with chili, cumin, and smoked paprika, forming the heart of your bowl. This is perfectly complemented by fluffy cooked rice, wholesome black beans, and sweet bursts of corn. Each bite is brightened by fresh avocado, cilantro, and a generous drizzle of creamy, zesty BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing, tying all the vibrant textures and tastes together into a satisfying, hearty meal.

Customization & Variations

You can easily make this Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl your own. Vary the heat by choosing a mild or spicy chunky salsa to cook with the chicken. Adjust the fresh components like avocado and cilantro to your preference for a richer or brighter finish. If you don't have BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing, you can experiment with another zesty lime-based dressing, though the flavor profile will be unique.

This Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl is ideal for a comforting family dinner or as a smart meal prep option for the week. Serve it with extra lime wedges for an added burst of freshness.

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