Slow Cooker Fiesta Creamy Chicken
An easy-to-make slow-cooked creamy Mexican-style chicken that brings vibrant flavors to your table. This dish combines tender chicken, black beans, corn, and spicy salsa, all topped with rich cream cheese for a satisfying and flavorful meal. Customize the heat by adjusting the taco seasoning and salsa, and enjoy it over your favorite base, be it rice, egg noodles, or even in taco shells. It's perfect for family dinners, with a delightful aroma that fills your kitchen as it cooks.
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Chicken Breasts
5 (Family size package, can be frozen)
Black Beans
15.5 ounce can (Drained)
Frozen Corn
1 cup (N/A)
Black Olives
6 ounces (Drained, sliced)
Onion
1/2 (Chopped)
Red Bell Pepper
1/2 (Chopped)
Salsa
15 ounce jar (Medium heat)
Cream Cheese
8 ounce package (N/A)
Taco Seasoning
1-2 tablespoons (N/A)
Instructions
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1. In a slow cooker, combine chicken breasts (frozen or thawed), drained black beans, frozen corn, sliced black olives, chopped onion, chopped red bell pepper, and the entire jar of medium salsa.
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2. Sprinkle taco seasoning over the mixture, stirring slightly to distribute evenly. Make sure the chicken is well-coated.
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3. Cover and cook on the slow cooker's high heat setting for 4-6 hours or low heat setting for 8 hours, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender.
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4. About 30 minutes before you are ready to serve, place the whole block of cream cheese on top of the chicken and let it melt into the sauce. Stir gently to blend the cream cheese into the dish.
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5. Serve the creamy mixture over cooked rice or egg noodles. Top with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese, if desired. Enjoy your flavorful meal!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slow Cooker Fiesta Creamy Chicken?
It is an easy-to-make slow-cooked creamy Mexican-style chicken dish featuring black beans, corn, and spicy salsa topped with rich cream cheese.
How many chicken breasts are needed for this recipe?
The recipe requires a family-size package containing 5 chicken breasts.
Can I use frozen chicken breasts in the slow cooker?
Yes, you can use either frozen or thawed chicken breasts for this dish.
What size of black beans should I use?
The recipe calls for one 15.5 ounce can of black beans.
Do the black beans need to be drained?
Yes, the black beans should be drained before being added to the slow cooker.
How much frozen corn is required?
You will need 1 cup of frozen corn.
How are the black olives prepared for this dish?
Use 6 ounces of black olives that have been drained and sliced.
How much onion is needed?
The recipe uses 1/2 of an onion, which should be chopped.
What type of bell pepper is recommended?
The recipe specifies using 1/2 of a red bell pepper, chopped.
What size jar of salsa should I buy?
A 15 ounce jar of salsa is the recommended size for this recipe.
What spice level of salsa is best?
The instructions suggest using medium heat salsa, but you can adjust this to your preference.
How much cream cheese is used in the recipe?
One 8 ounce package of cream cheese is used to make the sauce creamy.
When do I add the cream cheese to the slow cooker?
Add the cream cheese about 30 minutes before you are ready to serve the meal.
Do I need to chop the cream cheese before adding it?
No, you can place the whole block of cream cheese on top of the chicken and let it melt.
How much taco seasoning is added to the dish?
The recipe suggests using between 1 and 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning.
How long does the chicken cook on the high heat setting?
On the high heat setting, the chicken should cook for 4 to 6 hours.
How long does the chicken cook on the low heat setting?
On the low heat setting, the chicken should cook for approximately 8 hours.
What are the suggested bases for serving this chicken?
The creamy mixture is delicious served over cooked rice or egg noodles.
Can I serve this chicken in taco shells?
Yes, the recipe suggests taco shells as a serving option.
What optional toppings can I add?
You can top the dish with a dollop of sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese.
Is this Slow Cooker Fiesta Creamy Chicken gluten-free?
The recipe is listed as having a gluten-free option, depending on your choice of taco seasoning and base.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 9 main ingredients in this recipe.
How do I incorporate the cream cheese after it melts?
Once the cream cheese has melted, stir it gently to blend it into the sauce.
How do I distribute the taco seasoning evenly?
Sprinkle it over the mixture and stir slightly to ensure the chicken is well-coated.
Is this dish suitable for a family meal?
Yes, it is described as a perfect meal for family dinners with a delightful aroma.
How can I adjust the heat level of this dish?
You can customize the heat by adjusting the amount of taco seasoning and the spice level of the salsa.
What gives the dish its 'Fiesta' flavor?
The combination of salsa, taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and bell peppers provides its vibrant flavor.
Does the chicken need to be tender before adding cream cheese?
Yes, the chicken should be thoroughly cooked and tender before the cream cheese is added for the final 30 minutes.
What is the first step in preparing this meal?
The first step is to combine the chicken, beans, corn, olives, onion, bell pepper, and salsa in the slow cooker.
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
While the recipe specifies breasts, chicken thighs could be used as a substitute for a different texture.