Description
Crock Pot Fiesta Chicken is your go-to solution for a flavorful, hassle-free meal that embodies the vibrant tastes of Mexican cuisine. This dish combines tender chicken with zesty tomatoes, hearty beans, and a creamy finish, making it perfect for tacos, rice bowls, or nachos. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe requires minimal prep time and allows you to enjoy a delicious dinner without hours spent in the kitchen. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create a comforting meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 dry ranch dressing packet
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies (undrained)
- 1 can (15 oz) whole kernel corn (drained)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 8 oz cream cheese
- Juice of 2 fresh limes
- ½ cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Add black beans, corn, and undrained tomatoes.
- Sprinkle onion powder, ranch seasoning, and black pepper over the top.
- Squeeze lime juice and pour in chicken broth.
- Place cream cheese on top.
- Cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or LOW for 5-6 hours until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Shred the chicken with forks and mix thoroughly with other ingredients before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg