Crock Pot Creamy Mexican Chicken (Aka Fiesta Chicken)

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 1
Slow cooked Crock Pot Creamy Mexican Chicken recipe
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

6 hours

Ready In

6 hours 15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

5 chicken breasts ( I use the family size package of 5 that I store in the freezer )
1 can black beans , drained
1 cup frozen corn
6 ounces black olives , drained ( sliced black olives )
1/2 onion , chopped
1/2 red bell pepper , chopped
1 jar salsa , medium
1 package cream cheese
1 -2 tablespoon taco seasoning ( I use Taco Bell or Lawry 's Taco Seasoning )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
5
Calories
502
Sugar
7g
Fat
22g
This Crock Pot Creamy Mexican Chicken, also known as Fiesta Chicken, is a slow-cooked dish that combines tender chicken breasts with black beans, corn, olives, onion, red bell pepper, salsa, and cream cheese. The result is a creamy and flavorful meal that can be served with rice, tortilla chips, or on its own. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen, but still want to enjoy a tasty and satisfying meal with your family or friends. You can adjust the level of spiciness by using mild, medium, or hot salsa, and adding more or less taco seasoning to your liking.

Instructions

1.Place chicken breasts into the crock pot and add the black beans, frozen corn, sliced black olives, chopped onion and chopped red bell pepper on top.
2.Pour the jar of salsa over everything in the crock pot and stir in 1-2 tablespoons of taco seasoning.
3.Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
4.About 30 minutes before serving, add the package of cream cheese to the crock pot and stir until it is fully melted and mixed in with the other ingredients.

PROS

This Crock Pot Creamy Mexican Chicken is a one-pot meal that is easy to prepare and very flavorful.
The creamy texture and combination of spices make this dish a favorite among many households, and it’s perfect for a family dinner or meal prep for the week.

CONS

The use of canned goods and processed ingredients may be a concern for some individuals who prefer fresh and unprocessed ingredients in their meals.
Additionally, the dish may be too rich or creamy for some individuals who are on a low-fat or low-calorie diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chicken and black beans in this recipe provide a good source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle tissue. The use of salsa and taco seasoning can add some beneficial vitamins and minerals, such as lycopene and potassium. However, the cream cheese and black olives may be higher in saturated fat and sodium, so it’s important to enjoy this dish in moderation and balance it with other healthy meals and snacks throughout the day.

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