Description
Embark on a culinary adventure with this Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl, where tender chicken meets zesty salsa, fluffy rice, and vibrant toppings. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser that brings family and friends together around the table. Enjoy the delightful aroma wafting through your home as you relish each flavorful bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh salsa (chunky)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans (rinsed)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 3 cups water or broth
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all ingredients for easy access.
- Add Chicken & Sauce: Place chicken in the slow cooker and pour salsa over it.
- Add Beans & Spices: Rinse black beans and add them along with cumin and chili powder.
- Add Rice & Liquid: Stir in rice and cover with water or broth.
- Cook Low & Slow: Set slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred Chicken & Serve: Once cooked, shred chicken in the pot and serve warm with cheese, sour cream, cilantro, and lime juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg