Crockpot Chicken Picante Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6-8 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes

This Crockpot Chicken Picante Recipe is a simple and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with a zesty picante sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe allows you to set it and forget it while the slow cooker does all the work.

With minimal preparation, you can enjoy a delicious meal that pairs well with rice, tortillas, or a fresh salad. It’s a great addition to your collection of Crockpot Recipes.

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Picante

This dish features chicken breasts simmered in a spicy picante sauce, creating a savory and tangy flavor profile. The recipe takes about 6-8 hours in the slow cooker and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup picante sauce
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
Add Ingredients: Pour the picante sauce over the chicken, then add the black beans, corn, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the crockpot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir to combine with the sauce.
Serve: Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired and serve hot with rice, tortillas, or your favorite sides.