Effortless Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowls for 4 Perfection
A simple and hearty meal with tender chicken, rice, and flavorful toppings, all cooked in a slow cooker for convenience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Add rice, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Shred the chicken using two forks and mix it back into the slow cooker.
- Serve topped with shredded cheese, avocado slices, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
Notes
- Use brown rice for a healthier option—adjust cooking time as needed.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- For extra heat, add a diced jalapeño or hot sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg