Slow cooker shredded chicken with corn, tomatoes and black beans. Prep this the night before and turn your crock pot on in the morning for an easy weeknight meal.

Slow Cooker Santa Fe Chicken made with corn, black beans, tomatoes and seasonings has been one of the most popular recipes on Skinnytase since I started this little blog. It’s the perfect dump and go slow cooker recipe – no pre-cooking, and made with pantry staples. It’s also healthy, inexpensive and can be enjoyed so many ways. Instant Pot directions are now included!

Slow cooker shredded chicken with corn, tomatoes and black beans. Prep this the night before and turn your crock pot on in the morning for an easy weeknight meal.

INGREDIENTS

  • 24 oz 1 1/2 lbs chicken breast
  • 14.4 oz can diced tomatoes with mild green chilies
  • 15 oz can black beansrinsed and drained
  • 8 oz frozen corn
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 14.4 oz can fat free chicken broth
  • 3 scallionschopped
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepperto taste
  • salt to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Combine chicken broth, beans (drained), corn, tomatoes, cilantro, scallions, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, cayenne pepper and salt in the crock pot.
  • Season chicken breast with salt and lay on top.
  • Cook on low for 8 – 10 hours or on high for 4 to 6 hours.
  • Thirty minutes before serving, remove chicken and shred.
  • Return chicken to slow cooker and stir in. Adjust salt and seasoning to taste.
  • Serve over rice or tortillas and with your favorite toppings.

Instant Pot:

  • Cook high pressure 25 minutes, quick or natural release.
Serving: 3/4 cupCalories: 183kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 24gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 62.5mgSodium: 557.5mgFiber: 3.5gSugar: 3.5g
Blue Smart Points:0
Green Smart Points:4
Purple Smart Points:0
Points +:5