Spicy Chicken Crockpot Meal

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Crockpot chicken rice meal. Preps in 4 hours. Makes 4 servings. Ideal for wraps and more.
Seram Rezepte
Updated on Thu, 20 Mar 2025 00:01:49 GMT
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This tasty slow cooker dish brings together juicy chicken, kicked-up guacamole salsa, and fluffy rice for a mouthwatering Tex-Mex meal.

Key Ingredients:

  • Chicken breasts: Go for boneless skinless ones
  • Guacamole salsa: Makes a special base
  • Fresh jalapeños: Brings the kick
  • White rice: Goes in toward the end
  • Yellow onion: Creates the taste foundation
  • Tex-Mex seasonings: Adds layers of flavor
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Step-by-Step Guide:

Set Up Your Base
Give slow cooker a quick spray
Spread onions and jalapeños first
Lay chicken pieces over them
Sprinkle seasonings liberally
Pour In The Sauce
Add all the guacamole salsa
No need for extra water
Make sure everything's coated
Cook thoroughly
Let it go until meat is soft
Handle The Rice Right
Throw it in half an hour before done
Take a peek after 25 mins
Be careful not to cook too long
Stir it up when finished
Ready To Eat
Make sure chicken's hot enough
Let it sit for a moment
Add more salt if needed
Enjoy while warm

Keeping Leftovers:

Stays good in the fridge for 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Tasty Combos:

Try it with some crusty bread and a side of fresh veggies.

Pro Tricks:

  • Cool onions in fridge before chopping
  • Don't let rice get mushy
  • Check that chicken's fully cooked
  • Add spices at different stages
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I've spent many years making slow cooker meals and learned that putting ingredients in the right way and keeping an eye on the rice makes this Tex-Mex dish turn out great every time.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ How spicy will it be?
It's medium heat. Add or cut jalapeños to your liking.
→ How should I handle the rice?
Peek around 25 minutes; every cooker’s different.
→ What else can I use it for?
Wrap it up in tacos, burritos, or use in enchiladas.
→ Any swaps for the salsa?
Salsa verde is a great alternative.
→ Can I make it less spicy?
Take out jalapeño seeds and cut down chili flakes.

Zesty Chicken Crockpot Meal

Tender chicken with rice, spiced up with jalapeños and guacamole flavors. Perfect for tacos and wraps.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
240 Minutes
Total Time
255 Minutes

Category: Dinner

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 4 Servings

Dietary: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Ingredients

→ Main

01 Chopped yellow onion
02 White rice
03 Chicken breasts without skin or bones
04 Seeded and chopped jalapeños

→ Seasonings

05 Paprika
06 Garlic salt
07 Crushed red pepper flakes
08 Black pepper
09 Slap Ya Mama blend

→ Sauce

10 Guacamole-style Herdez salsa

Instructions

Step 01

Coat the crockpot lightly, then toss in the onions and jalapeños first.

Step 02

Place the chicken on top, then scatter all the seasonings over it.

Step 03

Drizzle the guacamole salsa across the chicken pieces.

Step 04

Set it on high for 4-5 hours or low for 7-8 hours with the lid on.

Step 05

Stir in the rice during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Notes

  1. Peek at the rice a bit before 30 minutes to check.
  2. To save your eyes, chill the onion before cutting.
  3. Perfect for stuffing into tacos or wrapping into burritos.

Tools You'll Need

  • Crockpot (6-8 quart size)

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 231
  • Total Fat: 3 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 30 g
  • Protein: 22 g