Why Make This Recipe
Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl is a fantastic dish for busy days. It’s easy to prepare, requires minimal effort, and tastes incredible. With its mix of tender chicken, flavorful salsa, and fresh toppings, it’s a satisfying meal for the whole family. Plus, cooking it in a slow cooker means you can set it and forget it until dinner time!
How to Make Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 to 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
- 4 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups frozen sweet corn
- 1 (16 oz) can black beans, low sodium
- 3 small avocados
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 lime
Directions
- Add all Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken ingredients to the slow cooker.
- Set on high and cook for 4 hours.
- Shred the chicken; it should come apart easily. Let it cook for another 10 minutes.
- Optionally, add salt to taste if needed.
- Prepare the other ingredients: cook rice, heat up frozen corn and black beans in the microwave, chop cilantro, dice avocados, and cut lime into wedges.
- Assemble rice bowls by adding rice, chicken, corn, black beans, and diced avocados to each bowl.
- Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges. Drizzle with BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing.
- Serve and enjoy.
How to Serve Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl
Serve your Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl in individual bowls. Start with a layer of rice, then top it with the shredded chicken, sweet corn, and black beans. Finish with diced avocados, a sprinkle of cilantro, and a squeeze of lime to brighten the flavors. This dish pairs well with tortilla chips or a side of fresh salad.
How to Store Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl
If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The bowl can last up to 3-4 days. To reheat, simply place the bowl in the microwave until heated through.
Tips to Make Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl
- Use low-sodium salsa to control the saltiness of the dish.
- Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preference, like adding cheese or sour cream.
- For a little more heat, add jalapeños or diced peppers to the slow cooker.
Variation
You can substitute the chicken for ground turkey or beef if desired. For a vegetarian version, skip the meat and use quinoa or another protein source like tofu.
FAQs
1. Can I use frozen chicken?
Yes, you can use frozen chicken breasts. Just make sure to extend the cooking time by about an hour.
2. Can I prepare this meal in advance?
Absolutely! You can assemble all the ingredients in the slow cooker the night before and refrigerate it overnight. Just set it to cook in the morning.
3. What if I don’t have a slow cooker?
You can make this dish in a regular pot on the stove. Just simmer all the ingredients on low heat until the chicken is fully cooked, about 1-1.5 hours, then shred as usual.
Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl
Ingredients
Chicken and Cooking Ingredients
- 2 to 2.5 lbs skinless boneless chicken breast
- 16 oz chunky salsa Use low-sodium for better control over saltiness.
- 1/3 cup BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing plus more as drizzle Additional for garnishing.
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Toppings and Sides
- 4 cups cooked rice Base for the bowl.
- 2 cups frozen sweet corn Heated prior to serving.
- 1 can black beans, low sodium 16 oz can.
- 3 small avocados Diced for topping.
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro For garnish.
- 1 whole lime Cut into wedges for serving.
Instructions
Cooking the Chicken
- Add all Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken ingredients to the slow cooker.
- Set on high and cook for 4 hours.
- Shred the chicken; it should come apart easily. Let it cook for another 10 minutes.
- Optionally, add salt to taste if needed.
Preparing the Toppings
- Prepare the other ingredients: cook rice, heat up frozen corn and black beans in the microwave, chop cilantro, dice avocados, and cut lime into wedges.
Assembling the Bowls
- Assemble rice bowls by adding rice, chicken, corn, black beans, and diced avocados to each bowl.
- Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges. Drizzle with BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing.
- Serve and enjoy.