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Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl

This Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl recipe is an incredibly simple yet flavorful go-to for busy weeknights, offering a comforting and delicious meal that practically makes itself.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Cutting board
  • Forks for shredding chicken
  • bowls for serving

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 2.5 lbs skinless, boneless chicken breast
  • 16 oz chunky salsa your favorite kind
  • 0.33 cup cilantro lime dressing plus more for drizzling
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 0.5 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 4 cups cooked rice your favorite fluffy rice
  • 2 cups frozen sweet corn no need to thaw
  • 1 16 oz can low-sodium black beans rinsed and drained
  • 3 small avocados diced
  • 0.25 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 lime cut into wedges

Instructions
 

  • Prep the Slow Cooker: Place your chicken breasts into the bottom of your slow cooker.
  • Add the Flavor Boosters: Pour in the chunky salsa, cilantro lime dressing, and chicken broth. Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Stir to coat the chicken.
  • Cook to Perfection: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  • Shred and Re-Coat: Remove chicken from the slow cooker, shred it into bite-sized pieces on a cutting board, and return it to the slow cooker. Stir to coat with sauce.
  • Assemble Your Masterpiece: Spoon a base of cooked rice into bowls.
  • Pile on the Goodness: Top the rice with shredded chicken, frozen sweet corn, and rinsed black beans.
  • Garnish and Drizzle: Add diced avocados, chopped cilantro, and a drizzle of cilantro lime dressing.
  • Serve with Zest: Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the bowl.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently. You can cook frozen chicken breasts in the slow cooker, but it will take longer. Adapt the recipe by browning chicken in a skillet if you don't have a slow cooker. Prep components ahead of time for easier assembly.