Main Dishes

Easy Crock Pot Recipes: Mexican Fiesta Chicken

It Is a Keeper
February 03, 2014
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This recipe for Slow Cooker Mexican Fiesta Chicken is one of those easy recipes and healthy meals that comes together in a snap and is easy on the waistline!

8
2 lbs. chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
1 cup salsa
1 cup petite diced tomatoes, drained
1 cup Pacific Organic Tortilla Soup Base (or 1 cup chicken broth)
2 Tbsp taco seasoning
1 cup onion, diced
1/2 cup celery diced
1/2 cup carrots, shredded
3 Tbsp sour cream, reduced fat
1 cup black beans, rinsed
2 green onions, chopped
Place the chicken in slow cooker. Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the meat then layer the vegetables and salsa on top. Pour soup base over the mixture, set on low and cook for 6-8 hours. The meat is cooked...
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Nutritions

Calories
165

Sodium
530mg
22% DV

Fat
1g
2% DV

Protein
11g
22% DV

Carbs
27g
9% DV

Fiber
6g
26% DV
Dinner Slow Cooker

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1 T salted butter
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  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a 2-quart baking dish (such as 11 x 7-inch or deep 8-inch or 9-inch square); set aside.
  • Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water, according to...
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Nutritions

Calories
807

Sodium
843mg
35% DV

Fat
44g
67% DV

Protein
53g
107% DV

Carbs
43g
14% DV

Fiber
17g
70% DV