Description
Discover easy, light, and flavor-packed dinners perfect for summer with these delicious crockpot recipes. Enjoy effortless meals that keep you cool and satisfied!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh salsa
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot.
- Pour the salsa over the chicken, followed by the black beans and corn.
- Sprinkle the cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the crockpot using two forks.
- Stir to combine all ingredients and let it cook for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
- Feel free to add other veggies like bell peppers or zucchini for extra nutrition.
- Serve over rice, in tacos, or on a bed of greens for a light meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 30
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