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Slow Cooker Fiesta Chicken - this easy and healthy crock pot recipe is one of my favorite skinny recipes
5 from 3 votes

Mexican Fiesta Chicken

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time8 hours
Total Time8 hours 5 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken breasts - boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 cup petite diced tomatoes - drained
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 cup onion - diced
  • ½ cup celery diced
  • ½ cup carrots - shredded
  • 3 tablespoons sour cream - reduced fat
  • 1 cup black beans - rinsed
  • 2 green onions - chopped

Instructions

  • Place the chicken in slow cooker.
  • Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the meat then layer the vegetables and salsa on top.
  • Pour soup base over the mixture, set on low and cook for 6-8 hours.
  • The meat is cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Remove the meat from the slow cooker and shred with two forks.
  • Add the chicken back into the slow cooker and stir in the sour cream and black beans.
  • Return lid to slow cooker and cook for 5-10 minutes, or until everything is heated through.
  • Top with green onions before serving.