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Mexican Comfort Chicken

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 360 minutes
  • Total Time: 375 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A comforting Mexican-inspired chicken dish that brings warmth and flavor, perfect for family dinners.


Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 (1-oz) package taco seasoning
  • 2 (10-oz) cans red enchilada sauce
  • 1 (15-oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15-oz) can corn, drained
  • 1 (10-oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • 1 (15-oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • â…“ cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the chicken.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes, undrained Rotel diced tomatoes, enchilada sauce, black beans, corn, and chicken broth.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and set it to LOW heat. Cook for 4 to 6 hours or until the chicken becomes tender.
  5. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return it to the slow cooker and stir well to combine.
  6. Add shredded cheddar cheese and heavy cream, stirring until the cheese melts into the mixture.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Notes

Serve with garnishes such as fresh cilantro or diced avocado for added flavor.