## Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken with Black Beans and Corn
This slow cooker salsa chicken with black beans and corn is a delight to your taste buds and an absolute breeze to prepare,it’s the perfect recipe to spice up your weekly dinner routine. Cooked in a slow cooker, this dish allows all the flavors to marinate and blend together, resulting in a delightful and warming meal.
## Why Make This Recipe
Opt for this recipe if you’re after a meal that is both delicious and requires very little hands-on preparation. The combination of protein-rich chicken, fiber-filled black beans, and sweet corn makes for a balanced meal that is both nutritious and satisfying.
## How to Make Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken with Black Beans and Corn
### Ingredients:
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 jar (16 oz) salsa
– 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained (or 1 1/2 cups frozen corn)
– 1 tsp cumin
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, shredded cheese, sliced avocado, lime wedges
### Directions:
1. Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
2. Pour the salsa over the chicken.
3. Sprinkle the black beans and corn over the top.
4. Add cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
6. Use two forks to shred the chicken right in the slow cooker.
7. Stir everything together and let it sit for a few minutes to absorb flavors. Serve with your favorite toppings.
## How to Serve Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken with Black Beans and Corn
This dish is fantastic served atop a bed of fluffy rice or quinoa to absorb all the flavorful juices. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, a sprinkling of shredded cheese, a slice of avocado, and a squeeze of lime.
## How to Store Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken with Black Beans and Corn
The leftover salsa chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat either in the microwave or in a saucepan over medium heat.
## Tips to Make Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken with Black Beans and Corn
1. Do not overcook: The goal is to create tender, juicy chicken. Overcooking leads to dry chicken.
2. Adjust spices: Feel free to adjust the amount of cumin and garlic powder according to your taste.
## Variation (if any)
For a vegetarian version, replace the chicken with a can of chickpeas or a block of cubed tofu.
## FAQs
1. **Can I cook this dish on high?** Yes, just cut the cooking time in half. So, cook for 2-3 hours instead of 4-6.
2. **Can I use frozen chicken?** Yes, but the cooking time should be increased by an hour or two.
3. **What other beans can I use?** Any type of beans can be used, but kidney beans or pinto beans would work particularly well in this recipe.