Slow Cooker Fiesta Chicken 🌶️🍗
If you’re looking for an easy, flavorful, and satisfying meal that practically cooks itself, this Slow Cooker Fiesta Chicken is the perfect recipe for you. Loaded with bold flavors and creamy textures, this dish is sure to become a weeknight favorite in your home. Plus, it’s versatile enough to be served over rice, in tacos, or even on its own!
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 🍗
- 1 dry ranch dressing packet 🌿
- 1 tsp onion powder 🧅
- 1 tsp ground black pepper 🌶️
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies (do not drain) 🍅🌶️
- 1 (15 oz) can whole kernel corn (drained) 🌽
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans (drained and rinsed) 🫘
- 1 (8 oz) block of plain cream cheese 🧀
- 2 fresh-squeezed limes 🍋
- ½ cup chicken broth 🍗💧
Instructions:
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Begin by placing the chicken breasts in the bottom of your Crock Pot. Next, add the drained and rinsed black beans, drained corn, Rotel tomatoes, onion powder, ranch seasoning, and black pepper. 🍗🫘🌽🌶️🌿🧅🌶️
- Add Liquid Ingredients: Squeeze the juice from the fresh limes over the top of the mixture. Then, pour the chicken broth evenly over all the ingredients. Finally, place the block of cream cheese on top. 🍋🧀
- Cook: Place the lid on your slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or on LOW for 5-6 hours. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. ⏳🍲
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the Crock Pot. Using two forks, shred the chicken and then return it to the slow cooker. 🍴🍗
- Mix Everything Together: Stir all the ingredients together until the cream cheese is fully incorporated and coats everything in a creamy, flavorful sauce. 🧀🔄
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve this delicious Fiesta Chicken while it’s hot and enjoy the rich, savory flavors. It’s perfect on its own or served over rice, in tacos, or with a side of your favorite veggies. 🍽️😋
Recipe Details:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 5-6 hours
- Total Time: 5-6 hours 10 minutes
- Calories: Approx. 400 Kcal per serving
- Servings: 4 servings
Tips:
- For a spicier kick, consider adding some chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- This dish also freezes well, making it a great option for meal prep.
Pairing Suggestions: Serve with warm tortillas, avocado slices, or a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Enjoy your slow-cooked feast! 🎉
Slow Cooker Fiesta Chicken
- Total Time: 5-6 hours 10min
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 🍗
1 dry ranch dressing packet 🌿
1 tsp onion powder 🧅
1 tsp ground black pepper 🌶️
1 10 oz can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies (do not drain) 🍅🌶️
1 15 oz can whole kernel corn (drained) 🌽
1 15 oz can black beans (drained and rinsed) 🫘
1 8 oz block of plain cream cheese 🧀
2 fresh squeezed limes 🍋
½ cup chicken broth 🍗💧
Instructions
1️⃣ Place chicken breasts in the Crock Pot. Add drained and rinsed black beans, drained corn, Rotel tomatoes, onion powder, ranch seasoning, and black pepper. 🍗🫘🌽🌶️🌿🧅🌶️
2️⃣ Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top. Then pour chicken broth over ingredients and place cream cheese block on top. 🍋🧀
3️⃣ Place the lid on the slow cooker. Cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or on LOW for 5-6 hours. Chicken is done when it reaches 165 degrees internal temperature. ⏳🍲
4️⃣ Remove chicken from the Crock Pot. Using two forks shred the chicken and add back into the Crock Pot. 🍴🍗
5️⃣ Stir all the ingredients together until cream cheese coats everything. 🧀🔄
6️⃣ Serve while hot and enjoy! 🍽️😋
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 5-6 hours
Nutrition
- Calories: 400 kcal