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Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl

Experience a fiesta of flavors with this Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl! Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines tender chicken, zesty spices, and colorful veggies to create a satisfying meal that brings the family together. Customizable toppings make it fun for everyone—enjoy delicious layers of flavor without the hassle!

  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 2 bell peppers (any color), chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker and cover with salsa.
  2. Add chopped bell peppers, onion, and black beans on top.
  3. Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder over the ingredients. Stir gently.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  5. Cook brown rice according to package instructions about 30 minutes before serving.
  6. Shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks and serve over rice with your choice of toppings.
  • Author: Larissa W.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: For enhanced flavor, consider browning the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker. Customize by swapping chicken for beef or adding different spices like smoked paprika. Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently.