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High-Protein Crockpot Chicken


  • Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This high-protein crockpot chicken recipe is a simple, healthy, and convenient meal perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. It features tender chicken cooked with diced tomatoes, black beans, and a blend of spices, resulting in a flavorful and satisfying dish with minimal effort.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish, optional)
  • Lime wedges (for serving, optional)

  • Instructions

    1. Prepare the Chicken and Vegetables: Begin by patting your boneless, skinless chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Chop your onion and mince your garlic.

    2. Layer the Ingredients in the Crockpot: Place the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of your slow cooker.

    3. Add the Remaining Ingredients: Pour the undrained diced tomatoes, rinsed and drained black beans, and low-sodium chicken broth over the chicken. Scatter the chopped onion and minced garlic evenly over everything.

    4. Season Generously: Sprinkle the chili powder, ground cumin, and dried oregano over the ingredients in the crockpot. Add a good pinch of salt and a few grinds of black pepper to taste.

    5. Cook to Perfection: Cover your slow cooker with the lid. Cook on the “high” setting for 3 to 4 hours, or on the “low” setting for 6 to 8 hours. The chicken is done when it shreds easily with two forks.

    6. Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the crockpot and place them on a cutting board. Using two forks, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir it into the sauce, allowing it to soak up all the delicious flavors.

    7. Final Touches and Serving: Give everything a good stir and let it warm through for another 10-15 minutes on the “warm” setting if desired. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges for a burst of freshness.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 3-4 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low
    • Category: main dish
    • Method: slow cooker
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe

    Keywords: chicken, crockpot, slow cooker, high protein, healthy, weeknight, meal prep, easy, dinner, beans