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Fiesta Chicken with Rice and Beans
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Slow Cooker Fiesta Chicken with Rice and Beans

A slow cooked chicken stew is simmered with pinto beans, black beans, corn, and spices. Served with brown rice for a full, family-friendly meal.
Prep Time10 mins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: chicken with rice and beans, slow cooker, Slow Cooker Fiesta Chicken with Rice and Beans
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 235kcal
Author: Brooke Farmer

Ingredients

  • 1 15 oz. can reduced-sodium black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15 oz. can reduced-sodium pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 10 oz. can diced tomatoes & green chilies
  • 1 12 oz. bag frozen yellow corn
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups organic low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup whole grain instant brown rice

Optional Toppings:

  • fresh cilantro, chopped
  • reduced-fat sour cream
  • jalapeno, sliced
  • shredded reduced-fat mild cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients except the rice to the slow cooker, placing the chicken on top.
  • Cook on low for 4 to 6 hours until the chicken is tender enough to be shredded.
  • Remove the chicken from the slow cooker, shred it, then add it back to the slow cooker.
  • Add the rice and cook an additional 30 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
  • If there is too much liquid, leave the lid on and cook for an additional 15-30 minutes on high.

Notes

SmartPoints: 5

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 235kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 386mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g