Mexicali Chicken Slow Cooker

Get ready to embrace bold Southwestern flavors with this Mexicali Chicken Slow Cooker recipe—an effortless, crowd-pleasing meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are slow-cooked to perfection alongside zesty black beans, sweet corn, and vibrant diced tomatoes with green chilies, all infused with a medley of spices like cumin, chili powder, and paprika. A splash of tangy lime juice and a garnish of fresh cilantro elevate the dish, making it irresistibly fresh and flavorful. This one-pot wonder is not only easy to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, but it’s also incredibly versatile—serve it over rice, wrap it in tortillas, or scoop it up with crunchy tortilla chips. With a generous serving size of six, this recipe is a guaranteed family favorite that brings all the comforting warmth of a slow-cooked meal with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:375 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
• 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 medium red onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
• 0.25 cup sour cream (optional, for garnish)
• 1 bag tortilla chips or tortillas (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Sprinkle the minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly over the ingredients in the slow cooker.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth and lime juice, ensuring the liquid is distributed evenly.

Step 5

Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 4 hours.

Step 6

After cooking, carefully remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks.

Step 7

Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the sauce and vegetables.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice as desired.

Step 9

Sprinkle with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 10

Optionally, serve with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and tortilla chips or tortillas on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2310.9 grams (2310.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3366

Total Fat 111.10g	142%
Saturated Fat 33.10g	166%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 682mg	227%
Sodium 4548mg	198%
Total Carbohydrate 320.20g	116%
Dietary Fiber 48.20g	172%
Total Sugars 28.70g
Protein 289.90g	580%

Vitamin D 19IU	95%
Calcium 988mg	76%
Iron 23mg	130%
Potassium 4948mg	105%

*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: 29.1%

Protein: 33.7%

Carbs: 37.2%