Crockpot Santa Fe Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
6 hrs
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Total Time
6 hrs 15 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
278 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Crockpot Santa Fe Chicken
Description
This recipe uses chicken breasts cooked with canned tomatoes, green chiles, corn, and black beans to build a rich, southwestern-inspired base. Garlic, taco seasoning, cilantro, salt, and pepper add depth and spice. Slow cooking the ingredients together allows the chicken to tenderize and absorb all the flavors.
After cooking, the chicken is shredded directly in the crockpot, integrating it back into the sauce to distribute the juices and seasoning evenly. The result is a saucy, filling protein dish with a balanced combination of spicy, savory, and fresh cilantro notes. It pairs well with rice or wrapped in tortillas for a casual meal.
The recipe is practical for meal prepping or busy days, as it requires minimal active cooking. It can be customized with additional spices or served with various sides.
Leftovers store well in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to five days. Adding cayenne pepper can increase the heat if desired.
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breast
- 2 cans tomato 10 oz each
- 2 cans green chile 10 oz each
- 1 can corn (drained)
- 1 can black beans (15 oz can - rinsed and drained)
- 2 teaspoon garlic minced
- 2 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients in a crock pot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred the chicken and stir it back into the mixture.
- Serve over rice or in a tortilla and enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days to maintain freshness.
- To add extra heat, mix in 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper before cooking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 278 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 278kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 745mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 1014mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 501IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 67mg | 7% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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