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Crockpot Fiesta Chicken

Easy Crockpot Fiesta Chicken That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

This Crockpot Fiesta Chicken is a flavorful, nourishing meal combining chicken with vibrant Southwestern flavors for a crowd-pleasing dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southwestern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Breasts Use thighs for richer flavor.
For the Base
  • 1 can Black Beans Rinse before use to lower sodium levels.
  • 1 cup Corn Frozen corn is an easy substitute.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies (Rotel) Adds acidity and spice.
For the Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning Adjust for spice preference.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Neufchâtel or Greek yogurt can lighten it up.
For Moisture
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth works great for a vegetarian variation.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crockpot Fiesta Chicken
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Begin by placing the chicken breasts in a 6-quart or larger crockpot in a single layer.
  2. Add the Base Ingredients: Sprinkle the black beans and corn evenly over the chicken.
  3. Incorporate Tomatoes and Seasoning: Pour in the diced tomatoes and chilies, then sprinkle the taco seasoning.
  4. Add Broth for Moisture: Pour the chicken broth over the mixture.
  5. Set Your Crockpot: Cover and set to cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  6. Shred the Chicken: Once done, shred the chicken in the crockpot.
  7. Mix in Cream Cheese: Add the softened cream cheese and stir until fully melted.
  8. Serve with Toppings: Serve hot with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 36gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Experiment with toppings and mix-ins like diced jalapeños or avocado for extra flavor. Use fresh, quality ingredients for the best results.

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