A cup of picante sauce brings tangy heat to this crockpot chicken picante, cooked down with black beans and corn for a little heft. The chicken breasts shred right in the pot and soak up all that zesty flavor along the way.
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.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 280kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
I spoon it over rice or fold it into tortillas with a little cheese and sour cream. It is one of those three-can dinners that tastes far better than the effort it takes.
