Description
This Chicken Burrito Bowls recipe is a flavorful and satisfying meal featuring slow-cooked, tender chicken thighs seasoned with taco spices and salsa, served over fluffy white rice with black beans, fresh veggies, cheese, and creamy toppings. Perfect for a crowd or meal prep, these bowls are easy to assemble and packed with Tex-Mex flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, excess fat trimmed
- 1 ounce taco seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
- ½ cup salsa
Base and Toppings
- 4 cups cooked white rice
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 tomato, diced
- ½ cup guacamole
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 lime, cut into wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Slow Cook Chicken: Coat a 6-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Add the chicken thighs, then sprinkle evenly with taco seasoning and pour the salsa over the top. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 6 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Shred Chicken: Carefully remove the lid from the slow cooker. Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the cooking pot until it is finely pulled and well combined with the seasoning mixture.
- Assemble Bowls: Evenly divide the cooked white rice among six serving bowls. Top each with a portion of the shredded chicken mixture, black beans, shredded lettuce, cheese, diced tomatoes, guacamole, and sour cream.
- Serve: Garnish each bowl with lime wedges and serve immediately for a fresh, vibrant meal.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider sprinkling fresh cilantro or sliced jalapeños on top before serving.
- Use brown rice instead of white rice for a healthier, higher-fiber option.
- Chicken can be cooked on HIGH in the slow cooker for 2-3 hours if you’re short on time.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the microwave.
- Make sure to fully drain and rinse canned black beans to reduce sodium content.
