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Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl Recipe

Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl Recipe
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5.3 from 12 reviews

This Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl is a flavorful and easy-to-make meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken breast cooks gently with chunky salsa and bold Mexican spices, then is shredded and served over a bed of rice with sweet corn, black beans, creamy avocado, fresh cilantro, and a tangy lime dressing. It’s a wholesome, customizable bowl packed with protein and vibrant flavors.

Ingredients

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Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken

  • 2–2.5 lbs skinless boneless chicken breast
  • 16 oz chunky salsa
  • 1/3 cup BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing, plus 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, cut into wedges

Instructions

  1. Combine ingredients in slow cooker: Add chicken breast, chunky salsa, BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika into the slow cooker. Mix gently to combine the spices and liquids with the chicken.
  2. Cook the chicken: Set slow cooker to high and cook for 4 hours. The chicken should be tender and fully cooked through.
  3. Shred the chicken: Remove chicken breasts and shred them using two forks. Return shredded chicken to slow cooker and let it cook/sit for another 10 minutes to absorb more flavors. Add salt to taste if needed, although the salsa and dressing usually provide enough seasoning.
  4. Prepare bowl ingredients: Cook rice according to package instructions. Heat frozen sweet corn and black beans in the microwave until warm. Chop fresh cilantro and dice the avocados. Cut lime into wedges for garnish.
  5. Assemble the burrito bowls: Divide cooked rice evenly into bowls. Top with shredded chicken, warmed corn, black beans, and diced avocado. Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges. Drizzle additional BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing on top for extra zest.
  6. Serve and enjoy: Serve immediately while warm and enjoy a delicious, balanced burrito bowl packed with vibrant Mexican flavors.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with sautéed tofu or mushrooms and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • You can substitute BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing with any cilantro lime vinaigrette or homemade dressing of your choice.
  • Leftovers keep well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To make this recipe gluten free, ensure the salsa and dressing are labeled gluten free.
  • Add extra toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or jalapeños for more flavor and texture diversity.

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