Best 7 Slow Cooked Southwest Chicken Recipes

Slow-cooked southwest chicken is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or as a stand-alone main course. The key to making a great slow-cooked southwest chicken is in the blend of spices. The most common spices used in this dish include chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper. These spices can be adjusted to taste, depending on how spicy you like your chicken. Once the chicken is cooked, it can be shredded and added to your favorite toppings and sides.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKED SOUTHWEST CHICKEN

Slow-Cooked Southwest Chicken image

This dish needs just 15 minutes of prep, so you'll be out of the kitchen in no time. The delicious low-fat chicken gets even better with a garnish of reduced-fat sour cream and fresh cilantro. -Brandi Castillo, Santa Maria, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 3h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, undrained
1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
1 jar (8 ounces) chunky salsa
1 cup frozen corn
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups hot cooked rice
Optional: Lime wedges and fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

In a 2- or 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the beans, broth, tomatoes, chicken, salsa, corn and seasonings. Cover and cook on low 3-4 hours or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°., Shred chicken with 2 forks and return to slow cooker; heat through. Serve over rice. If desired, serve with lime wedges and fresh cilantro. Freeze option: After shredding chicken, freeze cooled mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 873mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

SLOW-COOKER SOUTHWEST CHEESY CHICKEN AND RICE

Slow-Cooker Southwest Cheesy Chicken and Rice image

Destined to become a new family favorite, this slow-cooker dinner dishes out lots of love in the form of extra-cheesy rice, tender chicken, black beans and corn.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 2h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 package (0.85 oz) Old El Paso™ chicken taco seasoning mix
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained, rinsed
1 cup fresh or frozen whole kernel sweet corn
8 oz Kraft™ Velveeta™ cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
4 cups cooked white rice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In small bowl, mix taco seasoning mix, cumin, salt and red pepper. Sprinkle both sides of chicken thighs with seasoning mixture; arrange in slow cooker. Pour tomatoes, beans and corn over chicken in slow cooker. Cover; cook on High heat setting 2 to 2 1/2 hours or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut (at least 165°F). Remove chicken and, using two forks, shred into bite-size pieces.
Add Velveeta™ and Cheddar cheeses to slow cooker. Cover; cook 15 minutes. Beat with whisk until cheeses have melted into sauce. Add rice and shredded chicken; stir to combine. Cover; cook about 10 minutes or until hot. Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1540 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN

Southwest Chicken image

Chicken breasts with black beans, corn, chile peppers, tomatoes. Low-fat, easy and quick. Serve over hot cooked rice if desired.

Provided by Tamcattt

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (8.75 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 pinch ground cumin

Steps:

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Brown chicken breasts on both sides. Add tomatoes with green chile peppers, beans and corn. Reduce heat and let simmer for 25 to 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. Add a dash of cumin and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 863.4 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

SLOW COOKER SOUTHWEST CHICKEN STEW

Slow Cooker Southwest Chicken Stew image

This is a hearty, easy and very filling meal that my family loves. It can be adjusted for a thicker stew that my husband likes served over rice, or chicken broth can be added for more of a soup.

Provided by IansMom

Categories Stew

Time 6h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 medium onion
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans, Drained and rinsed
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can black beans, Drained and rinsed
1 1/2 cups frozen corn
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies or 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Tabasco sauce
1 cup chicken broth, less if you want a thinner soup consistency

Steps:

Combine all ingredients except chicken and broth (if using) in slow cooker.
Lay chicken on top and cover.
Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high 3-4 hours.
Before serving remove and shred chicken. Chicken broth can be added at this point if a thinner consistency is desired.
Cook 30 minutes longer on low.
Can be served with rice, cheese, sour cream, tortilla chips.

SLOW COOKER SOUTHWEST CHICKEN

Slow Cooker Southwest Chicken image

Southwest Chicken in a slow cooker/crock pot will make your life tasty and easy. Salsa, chicken, canned corn & black beans in the morning for a surprisingly full flavored savory dinner. Simple ingredients make this a go to recipe for those on the go, but don't want to sacrifice on quality. I hope you love it as much as we do.

Provided by David L.

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 8h10m

Yield 3 dinners, 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

3 lbs boneless chicken breasts
16 ounces salsa
15 ounces corn
15 ounces black beans
2 tablespoons cilantro

Steps:

Empty salsa into a slow cooker/crock pot.
Mince Cilantro and place 2 Tblsp into crock pot (optional).
Empty Corn and Black beans into crock pot.
Set Crock pot to Low for 8 hours, or high for 4 hours.
Serve chicken with the corn & black beans on the side, and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1093.1, Fat 44.9, SaturatedFat 12.5, Cholesterol 290.6, Sodium 1196, Carbohydrate 63.5, Fiber 14.8, Sugar 11.1, Protein 110.9

SLOW-COOKER SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN

Slow-Cooker Southwestern Chicken image

Prepared salsa and convenient canned corn and beans add fun color, texture and flavor to this chicken dish. I usually serve it with salad and white rice. Our children love it! -Karen Waters, Laurel, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 6h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 jar (16 ounces) chunky salsa
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the corn, black beans and 1/2 cup salsa. Top with chicken and remaining salsa. , Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until chicken is tender. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and cook 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 1027mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN-STYLE SLOW COOKER CHICKEN GIZZARDS

Southwestern-Style Slow Cooker Chicken Gizzards image

Gizzards are inexpensive and very flavorful but can be tough. By cooking them low and slow they become really tender and the Southwestern spices are always a hit in my house. We eat these over rice or in a tortilla like a burrito. If my picky 12-year-old likes them and actually requests them on a regular basis, then I know it's a winner.

Provided by PaulaSaintO

Categories Slow Cooker Chicken Main Dishes

Time 3h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 pounds chicken gizzards
1 tablespoon chili powder, or more to taste
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
2 dashes hot sauce
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 small onion, diced
1 small bell pepper, diced
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®)
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream

Steps:

Trim and discard as much connective tissue from gizzards as possible. Place gizzards in a slow cooker and season with chili powder, cumin, hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Add onion and bell pepper.
Mix condensed soup and diced tomatoes with chile peppers together in a bowl. Pour over the gizzards.
Cook on High until fork-tender, 3 to 4 hours. Stir in sour cream and cook for 15 to 20 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 306.8 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 471.5 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

Tips:

Choose the right chicken: For this recipe, boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are best. They cook evenly and quickly in the slow cooker.
Brown the chicken before cooking: Browning the chicken in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker helps to develop flavor and color.
Use a variety of spices: The spices in this recipe are what give it its signature Southwest flavor. Be sure to use a variety of spices, including chili powder, cumin, paprika, and oregano.
Add some vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, color, and nutrition to this dish. Some good choices include corn, black beans, and bell peppers.
Serve with your favorite toppings: This dish is delicious served with a variety of toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.

Conclusion:

This slow-cooked Southwest chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. Simply brown the chicken, add it to the slow cooker with the other ingredients, and let it cook on low for 6-8 hours. Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy!