Description
This Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Dinner is a hearty, flavor-packed meal that practically cooks itself.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can corn, drained
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chiles (10 oz)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: diced avocado, chopped cilantro, tortilla strips, lime juice, extra cheese
Instructions
- Begin by draining and rinsing the canned black beans and corn to remove excess salt and preservatives. Pour both into the slow cooker as your base ingredients. This step is crucial for enhancing flavor and texture in the final dish.
- Next, add the diced tomatoes with green chiles along with their juice, and pour in the chicken broth. This combination of ingredients not only adds moisture but also infuses the dish with amazing flavor. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.
- Now, take the boneless skinless chicken breasts and nestle them into the mixture. This allows the chicken to absorb all the surrounding flavors while it cooks.
- Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Each of these spices plays a vital role in creating the dish’s signature Tex-Mex taste. Adjust the amounts according to your taste preferences!
- Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on low for 6–7 hours, or on high for 3–4 hours. During this time, the chicken will become incredibly tender, absorbing the flavors from the broth and spices.
- Once the cooking time is complete, carefully remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker. Using two forks, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces and return it to the pot. This adds protein and texture to your soup.
- Introduce the cubed cream cheese into the slow cooker and stir gently until it melts and combines into the soup, creating a rich and creamy texture. Follow it up by mixing in the shredded cheddar cheese until it’s smooth.
- Finally, taste the soup and adjust any seasonings if needed. A little extra salt, pepper, or spices can help enhance the overall flavor of this dish.
Notes
For leftovers, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–7 hours on low or 3–4 hours on high
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Protein: 30 g