Description
Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl is a simple, flavorful, and hearty meal. Chicken, rice, beans, and corn cook together with spices to create an easy one-pot dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup uncooked brown rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Add uncooked brown rice, black beans, corn, chicken broth, salsa, and spices. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until chicken is cooked and rice is tender.
- Shred chicken with two forks and stir to mix well.
- Serve in bowls, topped with shredded cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.
Notes
- Adjust spices to your taste for more heat or flavor.
- For meal prep, portion into containers and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- Can substitute brown rice with white rice or quinoa if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired