Description
This Crockpot Fiesta Chicken recipe is the ultimate easy dinner solution for busy weeknights. Combining tender chicken breasts with a creamy, zesty sauce made from cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and fresh lime juice, this slow cooker meal delivers delicious Mexican-inspired flavors. With minimal prep and a slow cooker doing the work, it’s perfect for a hearty family meal with just 5 minutes of prep time.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 dry ranch dressing packet
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 can Rotel diced tomatoes
1 can (15 oz) whole kernel corn
1 can (15 oz) black beans
1 block (8 oz) plain cream cheese
2 fresh limes, juiced
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the Crockpot.
- Add black beans, corn, Rotel diced tomatoes, onion powder, ranch seasoning, and black pepper.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top, pour chicken broth over the ingredients, and place cream cheese on top.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or on LOW for 5-6 hours until the chicken reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the Crockpot. Stir to coat chicken with the creamy mixture.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute cream cheese with Greek yogurt or a dairy-free alternative.
Use frozen chicken breasts if necessary; adjust cooking time accordingly.
If Rotel is unavailable, use regular diced tomatoes or fire-roasted tomatoes with added spices for similar flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 servings
