Easy Fiesta Chicken Crock Pot
A comforting and easy-to-make meal of chicken, creamy sauce, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts lean protein
- 1 packet dry ranch dressing flavor enhancer
- 1 teaspoon onion powder aromatic seasoning
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper spice for warmth
- 1 10 oz can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies moisture and flavor
- 1 15 oz can whole kernel corn drained, adds sweetness and texture
- 1 15 oz can black beans drained and rinsed for protein and fiber
- 1 8 oz block plain cream cheese creamy consistency
- 2 pieces fresh squeezed limes brightness and acid
- ½ cup chicken broth moisture and flavor base
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker, ensuring they are not overlapping.
- Sprinkle the dry ranch dressing over the chicken breasts to infuse flavor.
- Add onion powder and ground black pepper on top of the ranch dressing, then stir lightly with a spatula.
- Pour the can of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies into the slow cooker without draining.
- Drain the corn and add it to the mixture, stirring gently to combine.
- Rinse the black beans and add them to the slow cooker, stirring to ensure even distribution.
- Cut the cream cheese into smaller chunks and distribute them over the top of the mixture.
- Squeeze the juice of the two limes over the entire dish.
- Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients in the slow cooker.
Cooking
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours.
Notes
For deeper flavor, cook longer on low heat. Stir occasionally if possible for even distribution of flavors. Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easier melting.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 23gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g
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