Description
This Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl recipe is a delicious and hearty meal featuring tender Mexican-spiced shredded chicken cooked low and slow, served over rice with corn, black beans, avocado, fresh cilantro, and lime. Enhanced with a tangy cilantro lime dressing, this dish is perfect for easy meal prep and family dinners, offering vibrant flavors and balanced nutrition.
Ingredients
Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken
- 2-2.5 lbs skinless boneless chicken breast
- 16 oz chunky salsa
- 1/3 cup BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing + more as drizzle
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Other Ingredients for the Bowl
- 4 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups frozen sweet corn
- 1 16oz canned black beans, low sodium
- 3 small avocados
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 lime
Instructions
- Cook Chicken in Slow Cooker: Add the chicken breasts, chunky salsa, cilantro lime dressing, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika into the slow cooker. Set it to high and cook for 4 hours to allow the chicken to become tender and infused with Mexican flavors.
- Shred Chicken: After cooking, shred the chicken using two forks. It should pull apart very easily. Allow the shredded chicken to sit and cook for an additional 10 minutes in the slow cooker to soak up the flavors. Add salt to taste if needed.
- Prepare Other Ingredients: While the chicken is cooking, prepare the rest of the bowl components. Cook the rice according to package instructions. Heat the frozen sweet corn and canned black beans in the microwave until warm. Chop the fresh cilantro, dice the avocados, and cut the lime into wedges.
- Assemble Burrito Bowls: To assemble, place a base of cooked rice in each bowl. Top with shredded chicken, warmed corn, black beans, and diced avocado. Garnish with chopped cilantro and a wedge of lime. Drizzle additional BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing on top for extra flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the burrito bowls immediately while warm. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the bowls before eating for a bright, zesty finish.
Notes
- To save time, cook rice ahead of time or use pre-cooked rice.
- Adjust the seasoning and spice level according to your preference by adding more chili powder or cumin.
- Use a low sodium canned black bean variety to control salt content.
- Optional: Garnish with additional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or jalapeños if desired.
- The dressing adds a fresh citrus flavor but can be substituted or omitted if unavailable.
