Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowls

Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowls with brown rice, black beans, tender chicken breast, and all the fixings make for an easy dinner that the whole family will love.
419 Carl 61 grams of carbohydrates 4g FAT 35 grams protein 4
Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl Recipe
These Crock Pot Chicken Burrito Bowl Easy to make, easy to fill, affordable and versatile. They can also satisfy any Chipotle and Mexican cravings without having to go out for takeout.
There are many reasons to love this recipe because it makes making taco bowls easy. No need to use multiple pans to cook all the different ingredients; everything cooks in the slow cooker. It’s so easy and requires almost no effort!
Plus, these taco bowls are so delicious and can be customized to your liking with mild or spicy salsa, choose any beans you like, and add all your favorite toppings. Pile high with avocado, cheese, cilantro and extra salsa – these are a meal we eat at least once a week.
We also love making these taco bowls with grilled chicken for a quick weekend meal or these chicken tinga tacos .
before starting
Here’s what you need to know before eating these chicken burrito bowls:
- Instant rice is the key: This recipe uses instant rice because it cooks quickly and soaks up all the delicious flavors. Regular rice requires more time and liquid, so keep that in mind if you’re substituting it.
- Adjust the heat: Chili pepper is a little spicy, but if you like it milder, you can omit it. If you like spice, add some diced jalapeños or use a fiery salsa.
- Keep an eye on the chicken: Slow cookers vary, so check the chicken around 3 hours to avoid overcooking. No one likes dry chicken.
raw material
Just a few simple ingredients to make these Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowls!
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts: These cook perfectly in the slow cooker without drying out. If using frozen chicken, make sure it is completely thawed before adding it to the slow cooker!
- Fragrance: A little chopped onion and minced garlic serve as a seasoning base. If you’re in a pinch, you can use onion powder and garlic powder.
- Low Sodium Chicken Soup: Adds flavor and keeps the chicken juicy.
- Salsa (your choice): Your salsa will set the tone for the dish, so choose your salsa—thick, smooth, spicy, or mild. It’s all up to you!
- spices: I used paprika, cumin, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper.
- Ready-to-eat brown or white rice: Rice is very unstable in the slow cooker, so if you want to cook rice in a slow cooker, I would just use instant rice for these burrito bowls.
- Canned black beans: Drain and rinse.
Can I use a different type of rice?
As with any other type of rice, I recommend setting it aside and then stirring. This will ensure that the rice is cooked properly and not overcooked.
You can also use precooked or frozen rice; just add it at the end like any other cooked rice. Likewise, you can add cooked quinoa, farro, barley, or any other grain you like.
Can I make taco bowls on the stovetop? Instant Pot?
If you want to make this on the stovetop, I recommend using this One Pot Chicken Burrito Bowls recipe, which is written specifically for the stovetop. If you plan to make it in the Instant Pot, simply cook the chicken by hand along with the onions, garlic, salsa, and spices for 10-12 minutes. Cook the rice separately, then add the rice and beans once the chicken is cooked.
step by step instructions
This recipe is the perfect “set it and forget it” meal! Here are detailed instructions on how to make it:
1.Put it all in the slow cooker
Start by adding the chicken, onions, garlic, salsa, stock and seasonings to the slow cooker. Stir everything together quickly, cover and simmer until the chicken is tender and ready to be shredded or cubed.
2. Prepare the chicken
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and decide if you want to shred it for a classic taco bowl vibe or chop it into bite-sized pieces. No matter what, it will come back, so keep it handy!
Pro tip: Use a stand mixer with the paddle attachment to shred chicken quickly!
3. Add rice and beans
When the chicken is ready, stir it into the slow cooker along with the rice and black beans. Increase heat to high and cook until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
4. Taste and serve
Give it a final stir, season, and serve! Don’t forget to top it with all your favorite accessories to make it your own.
Crockpot Burrito Bowl Recipe Ideas and Swaps
Here are some fun ideas and swaps to make these taco bowls your own:
- corn: Make the recipe heartier with some canned or frozen corn. Add it when adding the beans and rice.
- vegetable: For extra veggies, add some chopped green peppers, poblano peppers, or jalapenos when you add the onions
- tomato: If you don’t have salsa, you can use canned tomatoes. Spicy tomatoes like Rotel are the closest in flavor. However, any canned diced tomatoes (with juice) will work. Just add some extra spices or homemade taco seasoning.
- protein: If chicken breasts are not available, you can use chicken legs or pork. You can also use ground turkey or ground beef. Just make sure to brown it first.
- rice: If you don’t have instant rice and want to use something different, just cook the rice separately to make sure it cooks correctly. Leave the broth and stir in the cooked rice and black beans.
- beans: Any bean will work for this recipe. Use black beans, pinto beans, white beans, whatever you have, you can make it.
- Salsa: This works with red salsa, green salsa, habanero salsa (if you like spicy salsa) or evenenchilada. Use what you have!
- cheese: If you want a cheese-flavored top layer, add a layer of shredded cheese during the last 15 minutes of cooking. It will melt in the slow cooker.
- Low carb: If you want to keep it low carb, ditch the rice and use plain or cilantro-lime cauliflower rice, or pile the chicken on top of the veggies!
top creativity
Here is a list of topping ideas for garnishing burrito bowls:
- Avocado or guacamole
- Chopped onions or scallions and cilantro
- pickled onions
- Sauté peppers and onions for a fajita-style burrito bowl
- shredded cheese or cheese
- Pico de Gallo, chopped fresh tomatoes or extra salsa
- Guacamole
- Black Olive Pickled Jalapenos
- chopped lettuce or greens
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- fresh lime or lemon
- Grilled tortilla chips for crispbreads or corn tortillas for tacos
FAQ
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about this recipe:
Can I double this recipe?
You can definitely double this as long as your slow cooker is big enough! Please note that the more ingredients in the pot, the cooking time may be slightly longer.