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Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken with Black Beans and Corn

This EASY Slow Cooker Chicken dish is cheesy and delicious, made with boneless chicken breast, black beans, corn and salsa topped with melted cheddar cheese.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 5 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh or frozen corn
  • 15 ounce reduced sodium black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 16 ounce boneless skinless chicken breasts, halved lengthwise
  • 0.5 teaspoon adobo seasoning or salt to taste
  • 0.75 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1.25 cups chunky mild salsa
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (reduced fat Sargento)
  • chopped cilantro for garnish
  • avocado optional, serve with
  • brown rice optional, serve with

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Combine corn and black beans and put them in the slow cooker.
  • Season the chicken with adobo seasoning (or salt), garlic powder, and cumin. Place in the slow cooker and top with salsa.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours.
  • Top with shredded cheddar cheese, cover, and cook until melted, about 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro.
  • To serve, transfer the chicken and vegetables with a slotted spoon and serve over rice or cauliflower rice.

Notes

Enjoy this flavorful and easy slow cooker dish perfect for busy weeknights! You can customize the toppings with avocado and serve alongside brown rice or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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