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Crock Pot Fiesta Chicken

A delightful and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts, zesty ingredients, and a creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Ensure they are not overlapping.
  • 1 packet dry ranch dressing
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 10 oz can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies Do not drain.
  • 1 15 oz can whole kernel corn Drain before adding.
  • 1 15 oz can black beans Drain and rinse before adding.
  • 1 8 oz block plain cream cheese
  • 2 pieces fresh squeezed limes
  • ½ cup chicken broth

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the Crock Pot without overlapping.
  2. Add the drained and rinsed black beans into the pot.
  3. Add the drained corn and the can of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies.
  4. Sprinkle the onion powder, ranch dressing packet, and ground black pepper over the top.
  5. Squeeze fresh lime juice over all ingredients.
  6. Pour the chicken broth over the mixture.
  7. Place the block of cream cheese on top of the ingredients.
  8. Place the lid on the slow cooker.
Cooking
  1. Cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or on LOW for 5-6 hours.
  2. Check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
Finishing
  1. Remove the chicken from the Crock Pot and shred using two forks.
  2. Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir until cream cheese coats everything well.
  3. Serve hot.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator or freeze for 2-3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.