Best 8 Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Burritos Recipes

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Are you looking for an easy and delicious recipe for slow cooker Mexican chicken burritos? If so, you're in the right place! This article will provide you with all the information you need to make the best slow cooker Mexican chicken burritos. We'll cover everything from choosing the right ingredients to the best way to cook the chicken. So, grab your slow cooker and let's get started!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER MEXICAN CHICKEN BURRITOS



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This Tex-Mex favorite is unbelievably easy to make at home, thanks to your handy slow cooker. Just 15 minutes of prep in the morning, and you can come home to better-than-takeout for dinner.

Provided by By Paula Jones

Categories     Entree

Time 3h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 jalapeño chile, seeded, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil
1 carton (26.46 oz) chopped tomatoes or 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 lb)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 package (11 oz) Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 tortillas; 8 inch), heated as directed on package
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend (4 oz)
1 to 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Spray 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, mix onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, garlic and oil. Cover; cook on High heat setting 5 minutes.
  • Stir in tomatoes. Place chicken on tomato mixture; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Cover; cook on High heat setting 3 to 4 hours. Stir in black beans. Cover; cook 10 minutes longer or until thoroughly heated.
  • Remove chicken from slow cooker to plate; shred with 2 forks. Return chicken to slow cooker.
  • To serve, spoon chicken mixture onto center of each warmed tortilla; top with cheese and cilantro. Fold bottom third of tortilla over filling; fold sides in toward center, leaving top open. Secure with toothpicks, if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

SLOW COOKER MEXICAN BURRITOS



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Have easy and healthy lunches ready for the freezer with these Slow Cooker Mexican Burritos! Only 5 simple ingredients, too!

Provided by Jaime Bacon

Categories     recipes

Time 6h25m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound chicken breast, fresh or frozen
1 packet taco seasoning
8 ounces (half jar) salsa
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
8 tortilla shells

Steps:

  • In a slow cooker, add the chicken. Sprinkle the taco seasoning over top and pour the salsa over the chicken. Cook for 5-6 hours.
  • Shred the chicken. Once it's cooled for about 30 minutes, add about a 1/3 cup of chicken and 1/4 cup shredded cheddar to a tortilla.
  • Roll the burrito, making sure to tuck in the ends, and wrap tightly in plastic wrap.

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN BURRITOS



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I made this recipe up by taking some chicken and some basic Mexican spices and throwing them all together for burrito night. It turned out great so we have them frequently.

Provided by DoubleAs Mom

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 5h45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
2 tablespoons chicken broth
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 jalapenos, seeded and chopped
1 cup frozen corn
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 red bell pepper, cut into thin slices
1 green bell pepper, cut into thin slices
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
6 flour tortillas (10-inch)
ripe tomatoes
sour cream (I use reduced fat)
lettuce
monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Place chicken on a cutting board and chop into bite-sized strips. Place in a crockpot on high.
  • Stir in the broth, onion, garlic, jalapenos, corn, salt, pepper, chili powder, cayenne pepper, cumin, lime juice, oregano, and cilantro.
  • Simmer on high for 5 hours.
  • Remove chicken from crockpot and shred with two forks; and place back into crock pot.
  • Place sliced red and green pepper into crock pot, cover and cook another 30 minutes (we still like to have a little crispness to our peppers so if you want them softer cook longer)
  • Place equal portions of chicken mixture in the center of the tortillas. Sprinkle with whatever toppings you prefer, such as diced tomatoes, sour cream, lettuce and cheese.
  • Fold burrito up 2/3 of the way to the other side over the chicken mixture. Fold sides in towards the center.

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN BURRITO FILLING



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This delicious chicken burrito filling is made with chicken thighs and refried beans, and it's super easy to prepare and cook in the slow cooker.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Entree     Dinner     Lunch

Time 7h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 large onion (chopped)
1 red or green bell pepper (chopped)
2 jalapeno peppers (minced)
2 clove garlic (minced)
1 1/2 to 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried leaf oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 can (15 to 16 ounces) refried beans
1/2 cup salsa (or enchilada sauce, plus more for serving)
1/2 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded or Cheddar Jack)
12 to 16 flour tortillas (8-inch)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Saute the onion, bell peppers, and jalapeno peppers until softened. Add the garlic and saute for 1 minute longer. Transfer to the slow cooker .
  • Add the chicken, chili powder, oregano, cumin, coriander, salt and pepper. Cover and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours, or on HIGH for about 2 1/2 hours.
  • Carefully drain off excess liquids and shred the chicken pieces with a fork.
  • Stir in the refried beans and 1/2 cup of salsa or enchilada sauce. Cover and continue cooking on LOW for about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Warm the tortillas following package directions. Put about 1/4 to 1/3 cup of chicken mixture in the center of a warm tortilla. Top with some shredded cheese. Fold the ends over the filling, then roll to encase the burritos .
  • Serve with more salsa and shredded cheese.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 742 kcal, Carbohydrate 101 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Fiber 19 g, Protein 43 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 2255 mg, Sugar 3 g, Fat 20 g, ServingSize 12 to 16 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SLOW COOKER MEXICAN PULLED CHICKEN



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This super easy recipe creates an extremely tender and juicy pulled chicken. Much like you might find at a Mexican restaurant with peppers and onions. As an addition, I have created this recipe to include corn and black beans. This is great as a taco and enchilada filler, or to be served over rice. This makes quite a bit, so you can try it different ways for variety! A great Friday night recipe to last the weekend! You can serve this topped with lettuce, sour cream, and cheese.

Provided by lindsey927

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican     Main Dishes     Chicken

Time 6h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 (5 ounce) frozen skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 (1 ounce) envelope taco seasoning mix
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
1 (12 ounce) package frozen corn
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 large green bell pepper, julienned
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Place ingredients in the slow cooker in the following order: chicken, taco seasoning, black beans, salsa, corn, onion, bell pepper, and water.
  • Cook on Low until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 6 to 8 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Shred chicken with 2 forks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.3 calories, Carbohydrate 51.6 g, Cholesterol 80.5 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 12.3 g, Protein 40.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 1673.3 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

WW SLOW COOKER CHICKEN BURRITOS



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This recipe comes from the WW site. POINTS® Value: 3 Servings: 12 Preparation Time: 16 min Cooking Time: 300 min Level of Difficulty: Easy Mexican food is always a favorite. Just stir the ingredients for these burritos into your slow cooker and let everyone assemble their own.

Provided by Iam4ever29

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 5h16m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium garlic clove, minced
1 small red onion, chopped
14 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies
15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon table salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
3/4 cup canned chicken broth
12 medium whole wheat tortillas, about 7-inches in diameter each
3/4 cup reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, shredded

Steps:

  • Place garlic, onion, tomatoes, beans, chili powder, salt, oregano and pepper in a 3-quart slow cooker; stir well. Add chicken and broth. Cover and cook on low setting for 5 hours; drain off liquid (there should be about 6 cups of burrito mixture).
  • To serve, spoon about 1/2 cup of burrito mixture down center of each tortilla; top with 1 tablespoon of cheese. Fold bottom 1/3 of tortilla to center. Fold left side to center; fold right side to center, covering filling. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Yields 1 burrito per serving.
  • You can microwave the burritos, seam-side down, for 30 seconds, if desired.
  • Serve with salsa and reduced-fat or fat-free sour cream (could affect POINTS values).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.5, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 31.6, Sodium 471.3, Carbohydrate 7.3, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 1, Protein 10.3

EASY BUDGET MEXICAN SLOW COOKER CHICKEN



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This is a super easy, budget-friendly family dinner that feeds a lot of people.

Provided by Michele Kostelecky

Time 4h40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (10 ounce) chicken breast, bone-in, with skin, raw
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups salsa
2 cups brown rice
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened

Steps:

  • Place frozen chicken breasts into a slow cooker and cover with corn, black beans, and salsa.
  • Cook on High for 4 hours.
  • Transfer chicken breasts to a cutting board and shred with 2 forks. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir in brown rice. Mix in cream cheese, cover, and cook for 30 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.5 calories, Carbohydrate 47.8 g, Cholesterol 56.5 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 695.5 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

FIESTA CHICKEN BURRITOS



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Looking for some heat with supper but still want a cool kitchen? Try these slow cooked burritos with a spicy touch the whole family will love! This is a simple recipe to double if you're catering to a crowd. And for those who prefer a spicier dish, add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper. -Margaret Latta, Paducah, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
3 tablespoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Dash cayenne pepper
Dash crushed red pepper flakes
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a greased 4-qt. slow cooker. In a large bowl, combine the corn, beans, tomatoes, jalapeno and seasonings; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender., Remove chicken; cool slightly. Shred meat with two forks and return to the slow cooker. Stir in cream cheese. Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until heated through. , Spoon 3/4 cup chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla; add toppings of your choice. Fold sides and ends over filling and roll up. Freeze option: Omit toppings. Individually wrap cooled burritos in paper towels and foil; freeze in a resealable plastic freezer bag. To use, remove foil; place paper towel-wrapped burrito on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high for 3-4 minutes or until heated through, turning once. Let stand 20 seconds. If desired, add toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 1099mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Tips for Making Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Burritos:

  • Choose the right chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are best for this recipe. If you use chicken breasts, you may need to cook them for a little longer.
  • Don't overcrowd the slow cooker: Make sure there is enough space for the chicken to cook evenly. If you have a lot of chicken, you may need to cook it in batches.
  • Use a good quality salsa: The salsa is one of the most important ingredients in this recipe, so make sure you use a good one. Look for a salsa that is flavorful and has a good balance of heat and acidity.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: The chicken should be cooked through, but not overcooked. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
  • Assemble the burritos before serving: This will make it easier to eat them. You can also wrap the burritos in aluminum foil and store them in the refrigerator for later.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker Mexican chicken burritos are a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. They are also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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