Low Fat Crock Pot Mexican Cheesy Chicken With Black Beans

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 3
Low Fat Crock Pot Mexican Cheesy Chicken With Black Beans
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

8 hrs

Ready In

8 hrs 10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 -5 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans , drained
1 can corn , drained
1 jar salsa
4 ounces fat free cream cheese
4 ounces nonfat sour cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
340
Sugar
4g
Fat
6g
This low-fat crock pot Mexican cheesy chicken with black beans is a delicious and healthy twist on traditional Mexican cuisine. The combination of chicken, black beans, corn, and salsa is a flavorful way to get all the protein and fiber you need, without all the fat and calories. The crock pot makes it incredibly easy to prepare and the whole dish can be made in just a few hours. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking to eat healthier, without sacrificing taste.

Instructions

1.Place chicken breasts at the bottom of your crock pot.
2.Add black beans, corn, and salsa on top of the chicken.
3.Cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is fully cooked.
4.In a small bowl, mix together cream cheese and sour cream.
5.Once chicken is cooked, remove the chicken from the crock pot.
6.Stir the cream cheese mixture into the crock pot until it is well combined with the other ingredients.
7.Shred the chicken and add it back to the crock pot. Mix everything together.
8.Serve hot with rice or tortilla chips and enjoy!

PROS

This recipe is low in fat and high in protein.

The crock pot makes it very easy to prepare, and the combination of black beans, corn, and salsa provides a lot of flavor.

CONS

This recipe is not very spicy, so if you like your food with a kick, you may want to add some hot sauce or jalapenos.

It may also be a bit too cheesy for some people’s tastes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is high in protein and low in fat, making it a healthy choice for anyone looking to maintain or lose weight. Black beans are a good source of fiber and protein, while corn adds some additional vitamins and minerals. The chicken provides a good amount of protein, and the cream cheese and sour cream are a low-fat way to add creaminess without adding a lot of extra calories.

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