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Crock Pot Fiesta Chicken

This easy slow-cooked chicken dish combines savory seasonings and tender chicken with beans, offering a Mexican-inspired experience perfect for weeknight meals or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained Substitute with kidney beans if desired
  • 1 can corn, drained
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • to taste salt and pepper
For Serving
  • as needed rice or tortillas For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by placing the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle the ranch and taco seasoning evenly over the chicken.
  3. Pour the black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes on top of the seasoned chicken.
  4. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for about 4 hours.
  6. Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken right in the cooker, mixing it with the other ingredients.
  7. Serve it hot with rice or warm tortillas.

Notes

To keep leftovers fresh, store uneaten dish in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove or microwave until thoroughly heated. To freeze, ensure it cools before placing in a freezer-safe container; lasts up to 3 months. For added flavor, marinate chicken in seasonings for a few hours or overnight.