Description
A simple, comforting, and customizable slow cooker meal featuring juicy shredded chicken with salsa and spices, served burrito bowl-style with rice, beans, avocado, and creamy cilantro lime dressing.
Ingredients
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2–2.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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16 oz chunky salsa
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½ cup chicken broth
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⅓ cup BRIANNAS Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing (plus more for drizzling)
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1 tsp chili powder
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1 tsp ground cumin
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½ tsp smoked paprika
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4 cups cooked white or brown rice
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2 cups frozen sweet corn (heated)
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1 can black beans (heated)
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3 small avocados (diced)
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¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
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Lime wedges
Instructions
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Place chicken in slow cooker. Add salsa, broth, dressing, and spices.
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Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6–7 hours.
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Shred chicken and let rest in juices for 10 minutes.
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Warm rice, corn, and beans.
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Assemble bowls: rice, chicken, beans, corn, avocado, cilantro, lime.
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Drizzle with more dressing and serve.
Notes
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Customize with toppings like jalapeños, lettuce, tomatoes, or cheese.
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Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier twist.
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Chicken can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired