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Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken - Healthy & WW friendly

Published: Aug 6, 2020 by Terri Gilson · Modified: Feb 15, 2022 · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This post may contain affiliate links · 11 Comments

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This Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken recipe is my favorite kind of slow cooker recipe - dump and go! It's 2 point on my WW plan. Click HERE to find out how much it is on your WW plan!

slow cooker mexican chicken in a blue dish with slow cooker in background

There is no precooking to deal with and it uses pantry ingredients you have on hand. I even put my chicken breasts in frozen. It's healthy, easy, family friendly and the ultimate in Weight Watchers friendly! But the best part is that it tastes so good no one will even suspect it's Weight Watchers. 

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  • 🥘 Ingredients
  • 💭 Top tip
  • 📖 Variations
  • ⭐ REVIEWS
  • 📋 Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Recipe
  • 🐓More Weight watchers chicken recipes!

🥘 Ingredients

There are quite a few Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken recipes out there, but I love this one because it's quick and easy, using:

  • chicken breast
  • canned beans
  • corn
  • salsa * I use salsa instead of canned tomatoes because salsa gives it more flavor
  • taco seasoning

💭 Top tip

I throw the chicken breasts in whole and frozen, then chop them up afterwards. But you can do that in advance if you prefer. You can also shred the chicken if that's your preference. I don't do this recipe as shredded chicken, as it takes additional time.

slow cooker mexican chicken over rice on black plate

This Mexican Chicken Breast recipe is a great way to mix things up! When you're following the Weight program you end up eating a lot of chicken and it can get real boring real quick.

📖 Variations

  • This recipe also makes a great filling for chicken tacos (with low point tortillas)
  • It can be served over rice, cauliflower rice or eaten on its own.
  • You can spruce it up with toppings like fat-free sour cream and low-fat cheddar cheese as well (just adjust for points). 

I love slow cooker recipes, but especially ones that are Weight Watchers friendly! My Slow Cooker Chicken Stew is another one of my favorite Weight Watchers Slow Cooker Recipes. It's a rich, creamy and hearty stew that's not only pure comfort food, but it's quick to make.

chicken stew in blue bowl

I usually overindulge on the weekend and need to balance it all out during the week and that's typically the day before weigh day. This Weight Watchers Crock-pot chicken is perfect because it's so low in points. My Weight Watchers Sheet Pan Salmon is another recipe I created for the same purpose - low points!

cooked Frozen salmon fillets on sheet pan with soya sauce, cilantro and sesame seeds

If you're looking for a really fast and healthy dinner to keep you on track and that you can throw together in 10 minutes before you head out the door in the morning, then this Weight Watchers crockpot chicken is for you!

slow cooker mexican chicken in a blue dish with slow cooker in background

Enjoy~

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slow cooker mexican chicken in a blue dish with slow cooker in background
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📋 Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Recipe

This healthy and easy Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken is a quick dump and go recipe made with chicken breast, salsa, canned black beans, canned corn, taco seasoning and a little cilantro for that fresh taste! It's also Weight Watchers friendly!
5 from 2 votes
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Course: dinner
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: chicken breast, mexican, slow cooker, weight watchers
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 285kcal
Author: Terri Gilson
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
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Equipment

slow cooker

Ingredients

  • 5-6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts * I use frozen
  • 1 ounce -package of taco seasoning (I use reduced sodium) *about an ounce package or 24-28 g
  • 19 oz -can of black beans rinsed and drained
  • 12 oz -can of corn rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups -of salsa * I use Pace Picante (medium)
  • 2 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped * You can substitute 1.5 teaspoon dried cilantro but it's so much better with fresh!
  • 1 small onion chopped

Garnish (optional)

  • additional fresh cilantro
  • fat free sour cream

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in the crock pot. Cook on low about 5-6 hours. (Your cooking time may vary) until chicken is cooked through.
  • Serve over rice, cauliflower rice, as tacos with low carb tortillas, fat free shredded cheddar cheese and fat free sour cream.  Adjust points accordingly

Notes

WW Points
Click HERE to find out how much it is on your WW plan!
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Nutrition Facts
📋 Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 285 Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat 4g6%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Cholesterol 60mg20%
Sodium 1448mg63%
Potassium 1022mg29%
Carbohydrates 37g12%
Fiber 10g42%
Sugar 8g9%
Protein 29g58%
Vitamin A 1046IU21%
Vitamin C 12mg15%
Calcium 68mg7%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcal (14%) | Carbohydrates: 37g (12%) | Protein: 29g (58%) | Fat: 4g (6%) | Saturated Fat: 1g (6%) | Cholesterol: 60mg (20%) | Sodium: 1448mg (63%) | Potassium: 1022mg (29%) | Fiber: 10g (42%) | Sugar: 8g (9%) | Vitamin A: 1046IU (21%) | Vitamin C: 12mg (15%) | Calcium: 68mg (7%) | Iron: 3mg (17%)
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Comments

  1. Edith

    August 10, 2020 at 11:46 am

    I made this mexican chicken yesterday, I don't like things too spicy so I used mild salsa, it was delicious.

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      August 11, 2020 at 8:37 am

      Glad to hear you loved it!

      Reply
  2. Erin

    September 11, 2021 at 10:03 am

    How big is one serving (more or less)? I am so excited to try this!!!!!!!!

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      September 12, 2021 at 8:42 am

      Hi Erin,
      A serving would be about a cup! Enjoy 🙂
      Terri

      Reply
  3. Kristen

    March 12, 2022 at 9:06 am

    The recipe mentions substituting salsa for canned tomatoes but it doesn’t say how much of either? Anybody know/have experience?

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      March 12, 2022 at 5:59 pm

      Hi Kristen: This recipe calls for 2 cups of salsa, not canned tomatoes. I just noted that some other recipes use canned tomatoes. The quantities are in the recipe card. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Sarah

    April 07, 2022 at 2:05 pm

    Can I make this in an Instant Pot?

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      April 07, 2022 at 7:50 pm

      Hi Sarah,
      I don't see why not? I don't own one, but I'm sure you could. Whatever you typically reduce the time by for other recipes, would probably work.
      Terri

      Reply
  5. Jeanie

    November 09, 2022 at 7:56 am

    I made this last night. Love the recipe! It’s delicious and easy. Plenty of leftovers for future meals. I will definitely be making this again!

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      November 09, 2022 at 7:12 pm

      I'm so glad you loved it!

      Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      November 13, 2022 at 9:28 pm

      So glad you enjoyed it, Jeanie!

      Reply

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