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Slow Cooker Fiesta Chicken

Mouthwatering Slow Cooker Fiesta Chicken for Family Fun

Savor the vibrant flavors of Slow Cooker Fiesta Chicken, a creamy and easy dish perfect for your family’s dinner table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Base
  • 3 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Thawed for optimal texture
  • 2 cups Chicken broth Opt for low-sodium
Flavoring
  • 1 packet Dry ranch dressing Homemade ranch seasoning is a good substitute
  • 1 tbsp Onion powder Use fresh onion for a different taste
  • 1 tsp Ground black pepper Adjust to taste for milder flavor
Veggies
  • 1 can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies (10 oz) Use homemade mix if preferred
  • 1 can Whole kernel corn (15 oz) Frozen corn can be substituted
  • 1 can Black beans (15 oz) Canned or soaked beans work perfectly
Creaminess
  • 8 oz Plain cream cheese Light cream cheese is a lower-fat option
Brightness
  • 2 Juice from fresh limes Vinegar can substitute if needed

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Place the thawed chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle in the onion powder and ground black pepper, then layer the black beans, corn, and the Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies.
  3. Squeeze the fresh lime juice over the mixture, then pour in the chicken broth. Place the block of cream cheese on top.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or LOW for 5-6 hours.
  5. Once cooking time is up, remove the chicken and shred it into bite-sized pieces.
  6. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir until combined and creamy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is fully thawed for even cooking. Drain beans and corn to avoid excess moisture. Consider adding jalapeños for extra heat.

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