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Crockpot Southwest Chicken is a delight for the taste buds. You start with chicken breast. This cut is lean and cooks well in a slow cooker. It stays moist and absorbs all the flavors. For this recipe, you need 2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breast.

Crockpot Southwest Chicken

Tired of the dinner rush? Discover the magic of Crockpot Southwest Chicken, a flavorful family meal that's both easy and delicious. This recipe combines tender chicken, beans, corn, and vibrant spices for a hearty dish everyone will love. Learn how to prepare and cook it perfectly with simple steps that save you time. Ready to make mealtime hassle-free? Click through for the full recipe and unleash the delight of this must-have dinner option!
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Ingredients
  

2 lbs chicken breast, boneless and skinless

1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained

1 can (15 oz) corn, drained

1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained

1 medium red onion, diced

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 tablespoon chili powder

1 tablespoon cumin

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

Salt and pepper to taste

1 cup chicken broth

Juice of 1 lime

Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions
 

Begin by placing the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot.

    In a mixing bowl, combine the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes (with juices), red onion, and red bell pepper. Mix well.

      Add the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the bowl of vegetables. Stir until evenly coated with the spices.

        Pour the vegetable mixture over the chicken in the crockpot.

          Add the chicken broth and the lime juice, ensuring the chicken is submerged in the liquid.

            Cover the crockpot with the lid and set it to low heat for 6-7 hours or high heat for 3-4 hours.

              Once cooked, shred the chicken in the crockpot using two forks, mixing it well with the surrounding ingredients.

                Let the chicken soak up the flavors for an additional 15 minutes on warm before serving.

                  Serve the Southwest Chicken in bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro.

                    Prep Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 7 hrs | Servings: 6

                      - Presentation Tips: Serve with warm tortillas or over a bed of rice, and accompany with sliced avocados and a wedge of lime for an extra burst of flavor.