Description
This easy Crock-Pot Chicken with Black Beans & Cream Cheese is a hearty and flavorful slow-cooker meal perfect for busy days. Simply layer frozen chicken breasts, black beans, corn, salsa, and cream cheese in your slow cooker and let it simmer until tender and delicious. A creamy Tex-Mex inspired dish that’s perfect served with rice, tortillas, or on its own for a comforting dinner.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4-5 frozen boneless chicken breasts
- 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can black beans, drained
- 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (15 ounce) jar salsa, any kind
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Place 4-5 frozen, boneless chicken breasts directly into the crock pot. No need to thaw, the slow cooker will cook them thoroughly over time.
- Add beans, corn, and salsa: Drain the black beans and corn, then add them to the crock pot along with the entire jar of salsa. This combination will provide a flavorful base and mix well with the chicken.
- Cook the mixture: Set the crock pot to high and cook for about 4-5 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender. Avoid opening the lid frequently to maintain the cooking temperature.
- Add the cream cheese: Once the chicken is cooked, add the entire 8-ounce package of cream cheese on top. Cover and let it sit for about 30 minutes to allow the cream cheese to soften and blend into the sauce, creating a creamy texture.
- Finish and serve: Stir the cream cheese into the mixture until well combined. Serve the creamy chicken and bean mixture hot, garnished if desired. Enjoy your flavorful crock-pot meal!
Notes
- You can use fresh chicken breasts, but frozen works well and saves prep time.
- If you prefer spicier dishes, use a spicy salsa or add chopped jalapeños.
- This dish pairs nicely with rice, tortilla chips, or wrapped in tortillas.
- For a thicker sauce, you can mash some of the beans before adding the cream cheese.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
