Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowls
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Ingredients
- 1 to 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 ounce envelope taco seasoning
- 15 ounce can black beans drained and rinsed
- 15 ounce can corn drained and rinsed
- 2 cups uncooked brown rice
- 2 cups colby jack cheese
Toppings:
- queso cheese
- chopped cilantro
- sour cream
- diced avocado
- salsa
- hot sauce
- diced green onions
- shredded lettuce
- red onion
Instructions
- To your slow cooker add the chicken thighs, tomatoes with green chiles, chicken broth and taco seasoning.
- Cover and cook on low for 3 hours.
- After 3 hours add your black beans, corn and brown rice.
- Cover and let cook another 3 hours.
- Gently shred the chicken.
- Top with the colby jack cheese and cover for 5 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Top with your favorite toppings and serve!
Notes
Tips, Tricks & Storage
Shred the Chicken at the End Let the chicken cook thoroughly before shredding to keep it tender. To shred it, two forks work perfectly, or you can use a hand mixer for quick shredding. Adjust the Liquid if Needed Depending on the tomatoes and broth you use, your mixture may turn out slightly wetter or thicker. If it's too thin, remove the lid at the end and let it simmer a little longer. If it's too thick, add a splash of broth or water. Toppings Make the Bowl Fresh toppings add brightness and more flavor. Think shredded cheese, avocado, jalapeños, cilantro, salsa, sour cream, diced tomatoes, or crushed tortilla chips. Storage Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days. The chicken reheats nicely and stays moist. This is also great for making single servings and packing them as meal prep for work lunch the next day!Variations
Add extra corn, bell peppers, or even chopped zucchini for additional veggies. For a smoky flavor, stir in chipotle powder or a spoonful of adobo sauce. Want it creamy? Add a little cream cheese at the end. Prefer it spicy? Add jalapeños, a bit of red pepper flake, or sriracha for a kick. Leftover chicken also works beautifully in tacos, burritos, enchiladas, quesadillas, and even nachos.Substitutions
Chicken Breasts → Chicken Thighs Thighs add extra tenderness and richness, making them a great choice if you prefer dark meat. Black Beans → Pinto Beans Either bean works well here, and you can even use a mix if that's what you have in the pantry. Brown Rice → White Rice, Cauliflower Rice, or Quinoa White rice cooks a little quicker, so start checking it around the 2-hour mark. For a low-carb option, cauliflower rice works great, and quinoa adds a hearty twist. If you want to skip grains altogether, cook the chicken and beans as directed and serve everything over a bed of lettuce. Colby Jack Cheese → Any Melting Cheese Cheddar, Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack, or any good melting cheese you enjoy will work perfectly. Choose whatever you already have on hand!Private Notes
Servings: 4 people
