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Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowls for Weeknight Dinner

A close-up of a white bowl filled with white rice, topped with saucy shredded chicken for a chicken burrito bowl, garnished with avocado slices and cilantro.
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Make delicious, high-protein Chicken Burrito Bowls with minimal effort using your slow cooker. This recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or simple meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can mild red enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup salsa (your favorite kind)
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
  • Optional Toppings: Shredded cheese, sour cream or Greek yogurt, chopped cilantro, diced avocado, shredded lettuce

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together the black beans, enchilada sauce, salsa, chili powder, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and easily shreds.
  5. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the sauce in the slow cooker and stir to coat.
  6. To assemble your Chicken Burrito Bowls, divide the cooked rice among serving bowls.
  7. Spoon the seasoned shredded chicken mixture over the rice.
  8. Add your preferred fresh toppings like cheese, avocado, and cilantro. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For meal prep, portion the rice, chicken mixture, and non-perishable toppings into containers. Keep fresh toppings like avocado and sour cream separate until serving.
  • If you prefer a Chipotle Style Chicken Bowl flavor, add 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika and a dash of chipotle powder to the seasoning mix.
  • This recipe freezes well. Cool leftovers completely before storing in freezer-safe containers for up to three months.

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