Best 10 Slow Cooker Southwest Chicken Stew Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Slow Cooker Southwest Chicken Stew! This delectable dish, steeped in the vibrant heritage of the American Southwest, promises an explosion of taste in every bite. Tender chicken, nestled in a rich and savory broth, is complemented by a medley of colorful vegetables, each contributing its unique charm to the culinary tapestry. This stew is not just a meal; it's an experience that transports you to the heart of the Southwest, where bold flavors dance on your palate. With its enticing aroma and irresistible taste, this dish will undoubtedly become a favorite in your kitchen. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary journey, this recipe is designed for success, ensuring that every spoonful is a celebration of flavor and joy. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your slow cooker, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.

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SLOW-COOKED SOUTHWEST CHICKEN



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This dish needs just 15 minutes of prep, so you'll be out of the kitchen in no time. The delicious low-fat chicken gets even better with a garnish of reduced-fat sour cream and fresh cilantro. -Brandi Castillo, Santa Maria, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, undrained
1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
1 jar (8 ounces) chunky salsa
1 cup frozen corn
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups hot cooked rice
Optional: Lime wedges and fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • In a 2- or 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the beans, broth, tomatoes, chicken, salsa, corn and seasonings. Cover and cook on low 3-4 hours or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°., Shred chicken with 2 forks and return to slow cooker; heat through. Serve over rice. If desired, serve with lime wedges and fresh cilantro. Freeze option: After shredding chicken, freeze cooled mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 873mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

SLOW COOKER SOUTHWEST BEEF STEW



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Our ladies group at church has a soup and sandwich supper, and before I went to work that morning, I prepared this stew in my slow cooker. It was ready when I got home. It was such a big hit, many asked for the recipe! -Anita Roberson, Williamston, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 7h30m

Yield 11 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt-free Southwest chipotle seasoning blend
1-1/2 cups cooked rice
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain., Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the tomatoes, corn, black beans, broth, tomatoes, garlic powder and seasoning blend. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until heated through., Stir in rice; heat through. Sprinkle each serving with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 482mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW-COOKER SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN



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Prepared salsa and convenient canned corn and beans add fun color, texture and flavor to this chicken dish. I usually serve it with salad and white rice. Our children love it! -Karen Waters, Laurel, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 jar (16 ounces) chunky salsa
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the corn, black beans and 1/2 cup salsa. Top with chicken and remaining salsa. , Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until chicken is tender. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and cook 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 1027mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN STEW



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This is similar to Brunswick Stew, but without the butter/lima beans and corn (which you can certainly add, if you like). :)

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Stew

Time 5h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
2 cups mushrooms, halved (I like crimini)
2 cups water
1 cup frozen small whole onions (or 3/4 cup chopped onion)
1 cup celery, sliced, 1/2 inch slices
1 1/2 cups carrots, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon paprika (make sure to use good quality paprika for full flavor!)
1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
1 teaspoon dried rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper, freshly ground, to taste
14 1/4 ounces chicken broth
6 ounces tomato paste
1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth or 1/2 cup vegetable broth
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cups frozen green peas or 2 cups frozen edamame soybeans
1 cup cubed extra firm tofu (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine first 14 ingredients in an electric slow cooker.
  • Cover with lid and cook on high setting for 4 hours or until carrot is tender.
  • Combine the water and cornstarch in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk until blended.
  • Add cornstarch mixture and frozen peas or edamame (and tofu, if using) to the slow cooker, stir well.
  • Re-cover and cook on high-heat setting an 30 additional minutes.
  • Serve with hot cooked rice.
  • Note: I don't eat much meat and prefer more vegetables, so I often add extra firm cubed tofu at the last 30 minute mark. Tasty! Also good with small new potatoes added at the beginning, which is another good way to stretch the recipe. :).

SLOW COOKER SOUTHWEST CHICKEN



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Southwest Chicken in a slow cooker/crock pot will make your life tasty and easy. Salsa, chicken, canned corn & black beans in the morning for a surprisingly full flavored savory dinner. Simple ingredients make this a go to recipe for those on the go, but don't want to sacrifice on quality. I hope you love it as much as we do.

Provided by David L.

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 8h10m

Yield 3 dinners, 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 lbs boneless chicken breasts
16 ounces salsa
15 ounces corn
15 ounces black beans
2 tablespoons cilantro

Steps:

  • Empty salsa into a slow cooker/crock pot.
  • Mince Cilantro and place 2 Tblsp into crock pot (optional).
  • Empty Corn and Black beans into crock pot.
  • Set Crock pot to Low for 8 hours, or high for 4 hours.
  • Serve chicken with the corn & black beans on the side, and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1093.1, Fat 44.9, SaturatedFat 12.5, Cholesterol 290.6, Sodium 1196, Carbohydrate 63.5, Fiber 14.8, Sugar 11.1, Protein 110.9

SLOW COOKER SOUTHWEST CHICKEN STEW



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This is a hearty, easy and very filling meal that my family loves. It can be adjusted for a thicker stew that my husband likes served over rice, or chicken broth can be added for more of a soup.

Provided by IansMom

Categories     Stew

Time 6h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium onion
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans, Drained and rinsed
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can black beans, Drained and rinsed
1 1/2 cups frozen corn
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies or 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Tabasco sauce
1 cup chicken broth, less if you want a thinner soup consistency

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except chicken and broth (if using) in slow cooker.
  • Lay chicken on top and cover.
  • Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high 3-4 hours.
  • Before serving remove and shred chicken. Chicken broth can be added at this point if a thinner consistency is desired.
  • Cook 30 minutes longer on low.
  • Can be served with rice, cheese, sour cream, tortilla chips.

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN STEW



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This recipe was featured in an email from the Best of Spark People today. Their website is www.sparkrecipes.com and there are mostly healthy recipes posted there. "Start before work, ready to eat later."

Provided by senseicheryl

Categories     Stew

Time 4h10m

Yield 8 bowls of stew, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken
2 cups carrots, chopped
4 cups potatoes, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
1 onion, chopped
8 ounces mushrooms
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon marjoram
1 teaspoon basil
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon black pepper
4 cups water (I'm going to use chicken broth)
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Chop chicken, carrots, potatoes, celery, and onion and put them in the slow cooker.
  • Pour the mushrooms on top.
  • Sprinkle on the seasonings, pour in the water and lemon juice, and put the lid on cooker.
  • Let cook on high for 4 hours, or on low for the day.
  • Dinner is ready when you walk in the door.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.9, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 72.8, Sodium 174.6, Carbohydrate 19.4, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 3.5, Protein 27.2

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN & LIMA BEAN STEW



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I love to have my daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren over for this supper. They make me so happy with their compliments or just by going to fill up their bowls again. It's a good-for-you hit. -Pam Corder, Monroe, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 bone-in chicken thighs (1-1/2 pounds), skin removed
2 cups frozen lima beans
2 cups frozen corn
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
2 cans (14 ounces each) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 cup tomato paste
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Chopped fresh cilantro or parsley

Steps:

  • Place the first five ingredients in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, garlic and dry seasonings; pour over top., Cook, covered, on low until chicken is tender, 6-8 hours. Remove chicken from slow cooker. When cool enough to handle, remove meat from bones; discard bones. Shred meat with two forks; return to slow cooker and heat through. If desired, sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 614mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW COOKER SOUTHWEST BEEF STEW



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This is from Progresso. I just used a regular can of plum tomatoes and put in some dried basil. Good with cheese sprinkled on top or also some sour cream.

Provided by appliance queen

Categories     Stew

Time 9h10m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb stew meat
1 (28 ounce) can progresso whole peeled tomatoes with basil, undrained
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning mix
1 (15 ounce) can progresso black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (11 ounce) can whole mexicorn whole kernel corn, drained

Steps:

  • Mix beef, tomatoes, onion and chili powder in 3 1/2-to 4-quart slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting about 9 hours or until beef is tender.
  • Stir in taco seaoning mix with wire whisk.
  • Stir in beans and corn.
  • Cover and cook on high heat setting 15-30 min or until thickened.
  • Oven Directions (ready in 2 hrs.):.
  • Heat oven to 350°F Mix beef, tomatoes, onion and chili powder in 4-qt.
  • Dutch oven.
  • Cover and bake 1 1/2 hours, stirring once.
  • Stir in taco seasoning mix with wire whisk.
  • Stir in beans and corn.
  • Cover and bake 30 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 60.8, Sodium 59.2, Carbohydrate 30.1, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 1, Protein 24.1

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN AND BEAN STEW



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Enjoy this Southwestern-style chicken and beef stew slow cooked using Frozen Corn, and Old El Paso® Salsa and Green Chiles. Perfect for dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup dried pinto beans
2 lb. cut-up frying chicken, skin removed
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup Old El Paso™ Salsa
1 (14 1/2-oz.) can ready-to-serve chicken broth
1 (4.5-oz.) can Old El Paso™ Chopped Green Chiles
1 teaspoon cumin
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place beans in medium bowl; add enough water to cover. Let stand overnight to soak.
  • Drain beans; discard water. Place beans and all remaining ingredients except cilantro in 3 1/2 to 4-quart Crock-Pot® Slow Cooker; mix well.
  • Cover; cook on low setting for 10 to 12 hours.
  • To serve, remove chicken from slow cooker with slotted spoon. Remove chicken from bones; discard bones. Cut chicken into pieces; return chicken to slow cooker. Add cilantro; mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fiber 9 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 1/3 Cups, Sodium 650 mg, Sugar 3 g

Tips:

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs: These cuts of chicken are lean and cook quickly in the slow cooker.
  • Sear the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker: Searing the chicken helps to brown it and add flavor.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for bell peppers, corn, and black beans, but you can also use other vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, or zucchini.
  • Use a flavorful broth: The broth that you use will add a lot of flavor to the stew, so choose a broth that you like the taste of.
  • Season the stew to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste before serving.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker southwest chicken stew is an easy and delicious meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. The stew is made with simple ingredients and can be easily customized to your liking. Serve the stew with rice, tortillas, or bread.

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