Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl – A Flavorful, Easy Dinner

This Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl is a perfect balance of savory, tender chicken and fresh, vibrant toppings. With the chicken slow-cooked in a blend of spices, salsa, and a creamy cilantro-lime dressing, every bite bursts with flavor. Paired with rice, beans, corn, and creamy avocado, this dish is customizable and easy to assemble. It's great for meal prep, busy weeknights, or when you want to enjoy a Mexican-inspired meal without much effort. You can swap rice for cauliflower rice for a lower-carb version, or choose ground beef instead of chicken for variety.

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 2-2.5 lbs skinless boneless chicken breast
  
  

• 16 oz chunky salsa
  
  

• 1/3 cup BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing (plus extra for drizzle)
  
  

• 1/2 cup chicken broth
  
  

• 1/2 tsp chili powder
  
  

• 1/2 tsp cumin
  
  

• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  
  

For the Bowl:

• 4 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
  
  

• 2 cups frozen sweet corn
  
  

• 1 (16 oz) can black beans, low sodium
  
  

• 3 small avocados, diced
  
  

• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  
  

• 1 lime, cut into wedges
  
  

Directions:

1. Add all ingredients for the chicken (chicken breast, salsa, cilantro lime dressing, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika) to the slow cooker.
   
   

2. Set the slow cooker to high and cook for 4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and shreds easily with a fork.
   
   

3. Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks and let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb the juices.
   
   

4. Prepare the rice, corn, and black beans by cooking rice and heating the corn and beans in the microwave.
   
   

5. Dice the avocados and chop the cilantro while the chicken is cooking.
   
   

6. To assemble the burrito bowls, add a portion of rice to each bowl, then top with the shredded chicken, corn, black beans, and diced avocados.
   
   

7. Garnish with fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and a drizzle of BRIANNAS Cilantro Lime Dressing.
   
   

8. Serve immediately and enjoy the delicious flavors of this easy, flavorful meal.
   
   

Nutritional Value (per serving):

• Calories: 645 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 64g
  
  

• Protein: 56g
  
  

• Fat: 21g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 3g
  
  

• Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g
  
  

• Monounsaturated Fat: 8g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 90mg
  
  

• Sodium: 409mg
  
  

• Potassium: 1077mg
  
  

• Fiber: 8g
  
  

• Sugar: 6g