Description
This Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl is a flavorful and easy-to-make Mexican-inspired meal featuring tender shredded chicken cooked with salsa and spices, served over a bed of rice with black beans, corn, fresh avocado, cilantro, and lime. Topped with a creamy and zesty Cilantro Lime Dressing, it's perfect for meal prep or a hearty family dinner.
Ingredients
Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken
- 2-2.5 lbs skinless boneless chicken breast
- 16 oz chunky salsa
- 1/3 cup BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing + more as drizzle
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Other Ingredients for the Bowl
- 4 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups frozen sweet corn
- 1 (16 oz) canned black beans, low sodium
- 3 small avocados
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 lime
Instructions
- Prepare the Slow Cooker Chicken: Add all Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken ingredients (chicken breasts, chunky salsa, BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika) into the slow cooker. Set the slow cooker to high and cook for 4 hours until the chicken is tender and shreds easily.
- Shred the Chicken: After cooking, shred the chicken using two forks right in the slow cooker. Allow the shredded chicken to cook or sit in the slow cooker for an additional 10 minutes to absorb more flavors. Taste and add salt if needed, although the chicken is typically seasoned well.
- Prepare the Bowl Ingredients: While the chicken is cooking, prepare the accompanying ingredients. Cook the rice according to package instructions. Heat the frozen corn and canned black beans in the microwave until warm. Chop the cilantro, dice the avocados, and cut the lime into wedges for serving.
- Assemble the Burrito Bowls: To each bowl, add a scoop of cooked rice, a portion of shredded chicken, warm corn, and black beans. Top with diced avocado and garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle additional BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing over the assembled bowls for added creaminess and zest. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- To save time, start preparing the rice, corn, beans, and chopping the fresh ingredients while the chicken is cooking in the slow cooker.
- The recipe uses BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing, but you can substitute with any creamy cilantro lime dressing or make your own.
- If you prefer, swap the rice for cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Adjust the seasoning and spice levels based on your taste preference; add more chili powder or smoked paprika for extra heat and smokiness.
