HEALTHY MEALS MONDAY: CAFE RIO SLOW COOKER CHICKEN AND CILANTRO RICE

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Number Of Ingredients 12

Chicken
8 oz (light or fat free) Italian dressing - about half a bottle
1 Tablespoon cumin
1 Tablespoon chili powder
3lbs frozen chicken breasts
Rice
2 cups uncooked brown rice
2 cups chopped cilantro
1 cup salsa verde (green salsa)
1 bunch green onions
4 cups of water
A pinch of salt

Steps:

  • Mix cumin, chili powder & dressing in bowl
  • Place frozen chicken breasts in crock pot
  • Pour mixture over chicken & cover
  • Cook on high for 5 hrs or on low for 7 to 8. Shred chicken in the crockpot and mix it well.
  • Wash and chop the cilantro. Mix the cilantro with 2 cups of water and pour in the pan for cooking the rice. Add two more cups of water, the salt, Salsa Verde, and onion. Bring to a boil. Stir in the rice in the boiling water. Cover and turn down heat to very low; steam for 30 minutes. Makes about 10 servings.
  • Put it all together with Toppings:
  • Cook whole wheat burrito tortillas on non-greased skillet 10-15 seconds on each side
  • Put Chicken, Cilantro Rice, black beans, avocado, lowfat cheese, cilantro, tomatoes, (I also added red pepper, green onions and spinach) inside of tortilla.
  • Add anything else you like (fat free sour cream, salsa, etc.)
  • Roll up your tortilla and eat your delicious and healthy Cafe Rio Burrito!

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 3045 kcal, Fat 132 g, SaturatedFat 37 g, Cholesterol 871 mg, Sodium 4881 mg, Carbohydrate 149 g, Sugar 25 g, Protein 298 mg

Afraaz iqbal7
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This is the best slow cooker chicken recipe I've ever tried. The chicken is so tender and flavorful, and the rice is perfect.


Lopchan Manu
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a healthy and delicious way to enjoy chicken and rice.


Sahil Jan
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This recipe is a keeper. It's easy to make, delicious, and a crowd-pleaser.


Sadia Gull
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's one of my go-to recipes for potlucks and gatherings.


Stuart watp brown
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This is a great recipe for busy weeknights. I can just throw everything in the slow cooker in the morning and dinner is ready when I get home from work.


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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the chicken and the rice.


Muhammad Rehman
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The cilantro rice is the perfect side dish for this chicken. It's light and fluffy, and it really complements the flavors of the chicken.


Sabrina Bunn
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of chicken, and it's always turned out great.


Victor Ben
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This is my new favorite slow cooker recipe. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Nepal Kumar
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I'm not usually a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so moist and juicy, and the flavors were amazing.


Jutt Laok
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Fun Boy
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the cilantro rice was the perfect accompaniment.