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A close-up of a savory Southwest crock pot chicken and rice dish in a pot featuring shredded chicken, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, rice, and melted cheese. The meal is garnished with fresh cilantro leaves, and there is a serving spoon visible in the pot.
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Southwest Crock Pot Chicken and Rice

Try this easy Southwest Crock pot Chicken and Rice recipe. It is easy, freezes great and tastes amazing. You will love this version of crock pot chicken and rice. 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time6 hours 5 minutes
Total Time6 hours 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6 - 8
Author: Carrie Barnard
Cost: $11.72 Recipe, $1.95 per Serving

Ingredients

  • 4 Chicken Breasts
  • ½ Onion diced
  • 1 can Black Beans Drained and Rinsed
  • 1 can Corn Drained
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chiles
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 1 Tbsp Taco Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 3 cups Cooked White Rice
  • 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese Shredded

Instructions

  • Place 4 chicken breasts in the bottom of a crock pot.
  • Add 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed), 1 can corn (drained), 1 can diced tomatoes with green chiles, ½ diced onion, 1 can cream of chicken soup, and 1 cup milk on top of the chicken.
  • Sprinkle 1 tablespoon taco seasoning, 1 teaspoon paprika, and 1 teaspoon pepper over the ingredients.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours.
  • Remove the chicken breasts from the crock pot, shred the 4 chicken breasts, and return the shredded chicken to the crock pot.
  • Stir in 3 cups cooked white rice and 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
  • Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese on top. Cover and allow the cheese to melt for 3–5 minutes.
  • Serve immediately and store any leftovers in an airtight container. Enjoy!

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Notes

This Southwest Crock Pot Chicken and Rice is easy to make and packed with tons of flavor! 

Nutrition

Calories: 680kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 56g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 144mg | Sodium: 828mg | Potassium: 1269mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1071IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 386mg | Iron: 4mg
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