Slow Cooker Taco Chicken and Rice

Slow Cooker Taco Chicken and Rice is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it comfort meal. Tender chicken breasts slowly cook alongside taco-seasoned rice, beans, corn, and tomatoes, creating a hearty, flavorful dish with minimal effort and maximum payoff.

As everything simmers together, the rice absorbs the seasoned broth and juices from the chicken, becoming perfectly fluffy and packed with Tex-Mex flavor. The chicken turns fork-tender and shreds easily, blending seamlessly back into the dish.

This recipe is ideal for busy days when you want a warm, satisfying meal waiting for you at dinnertime. With just a few pantry staples and one slow cooker, you get a complete, filling dinner the whole family will love.

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Finished with melted cheese and your favorite toppings, this dish is cozy, customizable, and perfect for leftovers. It’s comfort food that works as hard as you don’t have to.

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3–4 hours
Total Time: 3–4 hours 10 minutes

Ingredients :

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chiles
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen or canned corn
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, diced tomatoes, green onions, cilantro, jalapeños

Instructions:

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