SLOW COOKER Burrito Bowls Meal Prep Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Chicken Breast (Trimmed of visible fat and cut in half lengthwise)
• 2 cans Black Beans (Low‑sodium, drained and rinsed)
• 1 jar Salsa (24 oz jar; choose mild, medium, or hot based on preference)
• 2 cups Frozen Corn (No need to thaw)
• 0.5 cup Water (Plain tap water)
• 1.5 teaspoons Garlic (Minced fresh garlic (or 0.5 tsp garlic powder))
• 1 tablespoon Chili Powder (Part of homemade taco seasoning)
• 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper (To taste)
• 2.5 cups Cooked White Rice (Prepared separately; optional serving base)
• 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (Optional topping)
• 0.5 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt (Optional topping; Greek yogurt adds extra protein)
• 2 stalks Green Onions (Chopped; optional garnish)

Instructions

1. Trim and Cut Chicken

   Using kitchen shears (or a sharp knife), remove any visible fat from the chicken breasts and cut each breast in half lengthwise.

   Time: PT5M

2. Layer Chicken in Slow Cooker

   Place the trimmed chicken pieces in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.

   Time: PT3M

3. Add Remaining Ingredients

   Add the drained black beans, salsa, frozen corn, water, minced garlic, and the homemade taco seasoning (chili powder, cumin, cayenne, oregano, black pepper) on top of the chicken.

   Time: PT4M

4. Mix and Set Cooker

   Give the mixture a quick stir to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed, then cover the slow cooker.

   Time: PT2M

5. Cook

   Set the slow cooker to LOW and cook for 7‑8 hours (or HIGH for 4‑5 hours) until the chicken is tender and easily shreds.

   Time: PT7H

6. Shred Chicken

   Remove the lid, and using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the pot until it falls apart.

   Time: PT5M

7. Prepare Toppings

   While the chicken rests, cook rice (if using), shred cheese, slice green onions, and portion sour cream or Greek yogurt.

   Time: PT5M

8. Assemble Bowls

   Divide the shredded chicken‑bean mixture into bowls, top with a scoop of rice, shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, and sprinkle with green onions.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

800

Protein

38 g

Carbohydrates

64 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

8 g