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Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl

Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl

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  • Author: Linda
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cook
  • Cuisine: Americaine

Description

Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl loaded with tender chicken, rice, beans, and flavorful spices. Easy, comforting, and perfect for busy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup (240ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup (190g) uncooked long-grain white rice, rinsed
  • 1 can (15oz/425g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (14.5oz/411g) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 cup (175g) frozen corn kernels
  • 1 medium onion, diced (about 1 cup/160g)
  • 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped (about 1 cup/150g)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon (8g) chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons (4g) ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon (2g) dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon (6g) salt
  • ½ teaspoon (1g) black pepper

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare the Base Start by lightly coating your slow cooker with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Place the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker. In a medium bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Pour this flavorful liquid over the chicken, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
  2. Step 2: Add the Vegetables Scatter the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic on top of the chicken. Next, layer the drained black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Don’t stir the ingredients – the layering helps everything cook properly, with the chicken benefiting from direct contact with the liquid while the vegetables steam from above.
  3. Step 3: Cook the Mixture Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on LOW for 3½ hours. This slower, gentler cooking method allows the flavors to meld beautifully while preventing the chicken from drying out. Your kitchen will gradually fill with the enticing aroma of your Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl as it transforms into a mouthwatering meal.
  4. Step 4: Add the Rice After the initial cooking time, carefully remove the lid (watch for steam!) and add the rinsed rice, gently spreading it over the top of the mixture. Replace the lid and continue cooking for another 1-1½ hours on LOW until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid. This two-stage cooking process ensures perfectly cooked rice that isn’t mushy.
  5. Step 5: Finish and Serve Once everything is cooked, remove the chicken and shred it using two forks – it should pull apart effortlessly. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and gently stir to combine all ingredients. Let the mixture rest for 5-10 minutes with the lid off to allow any excess moisture to evaporate and the flavors to settle. Your Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl is now ready for topping and serving!

Notes

Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 810mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Find it online: https://snaporecipes.com/slow-cooker-chicken-burrito-bowl/