Slow Cooker Zesty Lime Chicken Burrito Bowls
Slow Cooker Zesty Lime Chicken Burrito Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful meal that effortlessly combines tender chicken, zesty lime, black beans, and brown rice. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back weekends, offering a delightful mix of textures and tastes topped with creamy avocado and fresh cilantro. With the convenience of a slow cooker, you can enjoy a fiesta in a bowl without the fuss!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup uncooked brown rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Season with salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder.
- Add minced garlic and lime juice over the chicken.
- Layer black beans and brown rice on top.
- Pour chicken broth into the slow cooker; stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred chicken using two forks; mix well before serving in bowls topped with avocado, cilantro, and sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (370g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider searing the chicken before placing it in the slow cooker. Customize by adding corn or jalapeños for extra sweetness or heat.