Slow Cooker Mexican Ranch Chicken
Slow Cooker Mexican Ranch Chicken is a vibrant, flavorful dish that brings the essence of Mexico to your table. Featuring tender shredded chicken infused with zesty ranch seasoning, black beans, and colorful bell peppers, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Serve it in tacos, over rice, or atop a fresh salad for a delicious meal everyone will love.
- 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
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (1 oz)
- 1 can black beans (15 oz), rinsed and drained
- 2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 green), chopped
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (14.5 oz)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle ranch seasoning evenly over the chicken.
- Add black beans, chopped bell peppers, and diced tomatoes on top.
- Pour low-sodium chicken broth over all ingredients.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks directly in the slow cooker and mix well.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added richness, consider searing the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker. Feel free to swap black beans for pinto beans or add corn for sweetness. A splash of lime juice enhances flavor; jalapeños can be added for extra heat.