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Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl

Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl is a delectable, hassle-free meal that will transform your weeknight dinners. Imagine tender, spiced chicken simmered with colorful vegetables and black beans, all topped with zesty lime and fresh cilantro. This one-pot wonder offers endless customization options, making it perfect for families or gatherings. Just set it and forget it while the aroma fills your home, inviting everyone to the table for a fiesta in a bowl!

  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5–2 lbs)
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 bell peppers (any color), chopped
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Optional: cooked rice for serving

Instructions

  1. Dice onion and chop bell peppers.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic in a pan over medium heat until translucent (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Transfer sautéed mixture to the slow cooker with chicken breasts, black beans, bell peppers, broth, cumin, chili powder, and salt. Stir well.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Shred chicken using two forks directly in the slow cooker.
  6. Stir in lime juice and cilantro just before serving.
  • Author: Ashley Adams
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight with spices. Feel free to substitute black beans with pinto beans or add corn for sweetness. Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to three days.