Description
Crock Pot Fiesta Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken, zesty seasonings, and vibrant vegetables, all cooked together in a slow cooker for a perfectly blended meal. This dish is great for busy weeknights or when you’re craving something simple yet packed with bold flavors. It’s versatile enough to be served in a variety of ways – from tacos and burritos to salads and bowls. With minimal prep time, this crock pot meal is ideal for those looking to enjoy a hearty, satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Here’s what you’ll need for Crock Pot Fiesta Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix (or homemade taco seasoning)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (or homemade ranch seasoning)
- 1 cup salsa (your choice of mild, medium, or spicy)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 cup diced onions
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients:
- Layer the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Add Seasonings: Sprinkle the taco seasoning mix and ranch seasoning mix evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Add the Vegetables: Add the black beans, corn, diced bell peppers, and onions on top of the chicken and seasonings.
- Add the Salsa: Pour the salsa evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
- Sprinkle the Spices: Add the garlic powder, cumin, and lime juice over the top of the salsa mixture.
Cook the Chicken:
- Set the Crock Pot: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it to cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 4 hours. The chicken should be tender and easily shred with a fork once it’s done.
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and use two forks to shred the chicken. Return the shredded chicken back into the crock pot and stir to combine with the beans, corn, and salsa mixture.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Garnish and Serve: Once everything is well-mixed, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve your fiesta chicken in tacos, burritos, bowls, or over rice for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours, 4 hours
- Category: dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 350-400 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 30g