Fiesta Crock Pot Chicken
Bring bold, zesty flavors to your dinner table with this Fiesta Crock Pot Chicken recipe! Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this slow-cooker delight combines tender shredded chicken with hearty black beans, sweet corn, and tangy diced tomatoes with green chilies, all melded together with creamy, melted cream cheese for an irresistibly rich texture. Seasoned with a packet of taco seasoning and a splash of chicken broth, every bite is infused with savory, Southwest-inspired goodness. Simply set it and forget it—your crock pot does all the work! Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside crispy tortilla chips, topped with melty cheddar cheese and fresh cilantro for the perfect finishing touch. This easy crock pot recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort, making it a must-try for busy cooks and comfort-food lovers alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (15 ounces) Canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) Canned corn, drained
- 1 can (10 ounces) Canned diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
- 1 block (8 ounces) Cream cheese, softened
- 1 packet (1 ounce) Taco seasoning
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
- 4 servings Cooked rice or tortilla chips (for serving)
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crock pot.
Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the chicken.
Add the black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies on top of the chicken in layers. Do not stir.
Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients in the crock pot.
Place the block of cream cheese on top of the mixture.
Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6–7 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the crock pot. Stir to combine all ingredients and distribute the melted cream cheese evenly.
If desired, add shredded cheddar cheese on top and let it melt for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the Fiesta Crock Pot Chicken over cooked rice or with tortilla chips. Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3574 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.4 g | 166% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.0 g | 340% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 903 mg | 301% | |
| Sodium | 10428 mg | 453% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 304.8 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.7 g | 149% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.3 g | ||
| Protein | 298.0 g | 596% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 999 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 19.2 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 4954 mg | 105% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
