Introduction
Easy Slow Cooker Taco Chicken and Rice is the ultimate solution for those chaotic weeknights when you want a home-cooked meal without spending hours in the kitchen. There is something profoundly comforting about walking into a home that smells like cumin, lime, and tender chicken. This recipe is designed to be a
FAQs
Can I use brown rice for Easy Slow Cooker Taco Chicken and Rice?
Brown rice requires more liquid and a significantly longer cooking time than white rice. If you substitute it, you must increase the chicken broth by half a cup and expect a 2-hour increase in cook time.
How do I prevent the rice from getting mushy?
To keep the texture perfect in your Easy Slow Cooker Taco Chicken and Rice, avoid overcooking. Check the rice at the minimum time suggested and use long-grain white rice for the best structure.
Is it safe to put frozen chicken in the slow cooker?
It is generally recommended to thaw chicken before placing it in the slow cooker to ensure it reaches a safe internal temperature quickly enough to prevent bacterial growth.
Easy Slow Cooker Taco Chicken and Rice
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Diet: High-Protein
Description
A flavorful, cheesy, and incredibly simple one-pot meal that combines tender chicken with zesty taco seasoning and fluffy rice.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup long-grain white rice
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 packet taco seasoning
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker insert.
Step 2: Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated for maximum flavor.
Step 3: Add the drained black beans, corn, and the entire can of diced tomatoes with green chilies (including the liquid) over the chicken.
Step 4: Pour in the chicken broth and add the uncooked long-grain white rice, stirring gently around the chicken to ensure the rice is submerged in liquid.
Step 5: Cover and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 6 to 7 hours, until the chicken is tender and the rice is cooked through.
Step 6: Remove the chicken and shred it using two forks, then return it to the slow cooker and stir to combine.
Step 7: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top, cover for 5 minutes until melted, and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
Ensure the rice is long-grain white rice for the best texture; minute rice or brown rice will require different cooking times and liquid ratios.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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