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×Jump to RecipeThis crockpot southwest chicken recipe is packed with tasty ingredients like juicy tomatoes, black beans, sweet corn, and spicy jalapeno peppers. It's one of those easy meals that is hearty and flavorful with the perfect balance of savory and spicy notes.This quick and easy to make meal is bursting with flavor and best of all it's a slow cooker recipe which means you can set it and forget it until the chicken and vegetables are cooked to perfection.Jump to:This is an overview of the ingredients and steps to make this recipe; scroll down for a printable recipe card with exact measurements and detailed instructions.As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.This is the easiest slow cooker recipe ever! &nbsp;Follow these simple steps for this easy dump recipe.Prepare the ingredients: chop the garlic, onion, pepper and tomatoes. Rinse and drain the beans if you are using canned beans.STEP 1: Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and cover the chicken breasts with the chili powder, and 1 teaspoon of ground cumin.STEP 2: Place the chicken breasts into the slow cooker and top the chicken breasts with the bell pepper, black beans, corn, chopped onion, garlic and jalapeno pepper.STEP 3: Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 3 to 4 hours or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees f.If you prefer a plain version of southwest chicken, try my slow cooker chicken tacos recipe!Chicken - Boneless skinless chicken breasts are my go-to choice for this recipe. However, you can also use boneless skinless chicken thighs or chicken tenders.Corn - Fresh or frozen corn will work in this recipe. This is a great way to use up leftover fresh corn when it's in season.Tomatoes - When they are season, I prefer to use fresh for their vibrant flavor. When they are not available, low sodium canned diced tomatoes are a great alternative.Black beans - If you don't have f black beans on hand, pinto beans or kidney beans can easily be substituted in this recipe.If you are not a fan of any beans, they can be left out without compromising the flavor of this dish.Check out ButcherBox for high-quality meat delivered to your door!This is a great recipe for preparing ahead of time. A few days in advance, chop the vegetables and store them separately in the refrigerator until you're ready to cook. Then, follow the instructions in the recipe and assemble the dish.Serve your Southwest Chicken shredded or whole in a bowl with rice or cauliflower rice and your favorite toppings such as chopped cilantro, slices of avocado, tortilla chips or homemade guacamole and a splash of lime juice and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.Crock pot southwest chicken also tastes great stuffed in tortillas, taco shells or spread on chips with melted cheddar cheese for a tasty twist on nachos.Add a salad like this zesty arugula salad with pistachios for a complete balanced dinner.Store leftovers from this delicious southwest crock pot chicken recipe in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.Freeze leftovers once they are at room temperature in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months. When you are ready to savor the flavors again, simply defrost the chicken in the refrigerator overnight for an effortless meal.Reheat the leftovers by placing them on top of the stove over low heat which allow the chicken to warm up gradually while preserving its tender texture and flavor.If you are in a hurry, you can pop the leftovers in the microwave and reheat them for a few minutes.GET YOUR FREE GUIDE!Whip up quick and delicious meals with the ingredients you have in your kitchen!Can you make slow cooker southwest chicken in the oven? Yes, you can easily make this recipe in the oven. Place all of the ingredients into an ovenproof casserole dish and bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees f. To shred or not to shred chicken? You can serve southwest slow cooker chicken in large pieces with tomato, corn and beans on top, or you can shred the chicken with two forks and mix all of the ingredients together.Do you like this recipe? Please comment and give it a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating below!Print RecipeRate RecipeAdd to Collection Go to CollectionsAdd to Shopping List Go to Shopping ListClick on serving size to scale this recipeNutrition information provided is an estimate and can vary based on cooking methods and ingredients usedSign Up for Easy Recipes Straight in Your In-Box!I love how easy this recipe is to make! Great Southwest flavors. I like it with chicken breasts.ReplyThis was so easy to make and the flavors were divine together! I use my slow cooker all the time, so I'm saving this recipe. Making it again!ReplyDo you drain the canned corn?ReplyThis site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 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×Jump to RecipeThis crockpot southwest chicken recipe is packed with tasty ingredients like juicy tomatoes, black beans, sweet corn, and spicy jalapeno peppers. It's one of those easy meals that is hearty and flavorful with the perfect balance of savory and spicy notes.This quick and easy to make meal is bursting with flavor and best of all it's a slow cooker recipe which means you can set it and forget it until the chicken and vegetables are cooked to perfection.Jump to:This is an overview of the ingredients and steps to make this recipe; scroll down for a printable recipe card with exact...

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