Fiesta Chicken Slow Cooker

Transform your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Fiesta Chicken Slow Cooker recipe—a blend of zesty, creamy, and hearty flavors made effortlessly in your slow cooker. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned with bold taco spices and slow-cooked in a vibrant mixture of diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, and sweet corn, resulting in a mouthwatering Tex-Mex medley. Cream cheese melts into the dish for a luscious, velvety finish, while optional fresh cilantro and lime wedges add a burst of brightness. With just 10 minutes of prep time and only a handful of pantry staples, this set-it-and-forget-it recipe is perfect for busy families. Serve over rice, with tortilla chips, or wrapped in warm tortillas for a comforting, flavor-packed meal the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:370 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 15 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies (such as Ro-Tel)
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 15 ounces black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• 1 lime lime wedges (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts into the bottom of a slow cooker.

Step 2

Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the chicken.

Step 3

Pour the chicken broth over the seasoned chicken.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes with green chilies, frozen corn, and black beans on top of the chicken.

Step 5

Cut the cream cheese into smaller chunks and dot them on top of the other ingredients.

Step 6

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Step 7

Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker. Stir everything well to combine and allow the cream cheese to fully incorporate into the sauce.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and serve with optional lime wedges. This dish pairs perfectly with rice, tortilla chips, or warmed tortillas.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2287.5 grams (2287.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2623

Total Fat 107.60g	138%
Saturated Fat 53.50g	268%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 821mg	274%
Sodium 3424mg	149%
Total Carbohydrate 144.40g	53%
Dietary Fiber 35.90g	128%
Total Sugars 33.20g
Protein 268.30g	537%

Vitamin D 7IU	35%
Calcium 563mg	43%
Iron 17mg	97%
Potassium 4550mg	97%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.0%

Protein: 41.0%

Carbs: 22.1%