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Cinco de Mayo Crockpot Recipes for a Flavorful Fiesta Dinner


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Yield: 6 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with this easy and delicious crockpot fiesta dinner! Perfect for gatherings, this recipe combines flavorful ingredients for a memorable meal.


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
  • 1 jar (16 oz) salsa
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Sour cream for serving
  • Shredded cheese for serving
  • Tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large crockpot, add the chicken thighs, black beans, corn, salsa, taco seasoning, bell peppers, onion, chicken broth, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Stir to combine all ingredients well, ensuring the chicken is covered with the mixture.
  3. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  4. Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the crockpot using two forks and mix it back into the sauce.
  5. Serve the fiesta dinner hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, and with sour cream, shredded cheese, and tortilla chips on the side.
  • Category: Dinner
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4
  • Fat: 10
  • Carbohydrates: 35
  • Fiber: 8
  • Protein: 30

Keywords: Cinco de Mayo, crockpot recipes, fiesta dinner, Mexican recipes, slow cooker meals