Salsa Chicken Bowls Fusion (Printable)

Shredded chicken in salsa, rice, beans, and fresh, flavorful toppings. Fuss-free, ideal for busy summer evenings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lb)

→ Sauce

02 - 2 cups tomato salsa (mild, medium, or hot, as preferred)
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
04 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Bowls

08 - 2 cups cooked brown or white rice
09 - 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
10 - 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)

→ Toppings

11 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
12 - 1 avocado, diced
13 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
14 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
15 - 1/4 cup sliced green onions
16 - Lime wedges

# How To Make It:

01 - Arrange chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine salsa, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until evenly blended. Pour mixture over the chicken.
03 - Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6 to 7 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
04 - Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the cooker and stir thoroughly to coat in sauce.
05 - Layer cooked rice in each serving bowl. Top with black beans, corn, and salsa chicken.
06 - Garnish with cherry tomatoes, avocado, cheese, cilantro, green onions, and a squeeze of lime. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The chicken becomes incredibly tender and soaked in flavor with almost no effort.
  • You can mix and match toppings, making each bowl a little celebration of whatever's in the fridge.
02 -
  • If you crowd the chicken pieces in the slow cooker, some spots stay under-seasoned and less tender.
  • Letting the chicken rest a few minutes before shredding makes it easier and keeps it juicy inside.
03 -
  • Resist lifting the slow cooker lid during cooking—the steam is key for tender chicken.
  • Try adding a few diced jalapeños to the sauce for an extra kick, especially if you like spicy food.
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