Crock Pot Mexican Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and fuss-free Crock Pot Mexican Chicken recipe! Packed with tender, shredded chicken, zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, hearty black beans, sweet corn, and a perfect blend of taco seasoning, this slow-cooked masterpiece is a true crowd-pleaser. With just 10 minutes of prep time, the crock pot does all the work, infusing bold Mexican flavors into every bite. Fresh lime juice and optional cilantro add a bright, tangy finish, while the versatility of this dish makes it perfect for tacos, burritos, quesadillas, or even as a topping for rice bowls. Serve with shredded Mexican cheese for an irresistible meal the whole family will love. Perfectly easy, healthy, and delicious—this recipe is a must-try for busy home cooks!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
- 15 ounces black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 piece yellow onion (diced)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped, optional)
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your crock pot.
Step 2
Pour the diced tomatoes with green chilies over the chicken, including the liquid.
Step 3
Add the black beans, frozen corn, and diced onion to the crock pot.
Step 4
Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the ingredients.
Step 5
Pour the chicken broth over everything to ensure the chicken stays moist while cooking.
Step 6
Set the crock pot to cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, depending on your schedule.
Step 7
After cooking, remove the chicken breasts from the crock pot and shred them using two forks.
Step 8
Return the shredded chicken to the crock pot and stir well to combine with the other ingredients.
Step 9
Stir in the freshly squeezed lime juice and chopped cilantro, if using.
Step 10
Serve the Mexican chicken hot as a filling for tacos, burritos, or quesadillas, or enjoy it over rice. Garnish with shredded Mexican cheese blend, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2175.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2272.6 |
| Total Fat 60.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 27.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 691.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7297.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 145.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 37.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.0g | |
| Protein 276.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 31.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1141.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4102.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories