Description

Discover the ultimate southwest crock pot chicken and rice recipe, a one‑pot wonder packed with tender chicken, fluffy rice, black beans, corn, and zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies. Infused with taco seasoning and simmered in savory chicken broth, this easy slow‑cooker meal delivers bold southwestern flavor in minutes of prep. Perfect for busy families, it offers a hearty, nutritious dinner that can be served straight from the pot or topped with cheese, lime and cilantro. For a nice meal.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup white rice
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can corn, drained
1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 packet taco seasoning
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup shredded cheese (optional)

Instructions

Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the crock pot.
Add rice, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning.
Pour chicken broth over ingredients and stir gently.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is cooked through.
Shred the chicken with two forks, mix everything together, and top with cheese if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor
brown the chicken first
or add fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime just before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6-8 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings
Calories: 350
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 70mg

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