Slow-Cooker Easy Burritos

Health score
14%
Slow-Cooker Easy Burritos
500 min.
12
470kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your mealtime with a dish that’s not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare? Introducing Slow-Cooker Easy Burritos, a perfect solution for busy families or anyone looking to enjoy a hearty meal without spending hours in the kitchen. This recipe combines tender, flavorful chicken thighs with the wholesome goodness of black beans, all simmered together with aromatic garlic, zesty chipotle chiles, and a hint of cumin. The result? A mouthwatering filling that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

What makes this dish even more appealing is its versatility. You can customize your burritos with a variety of toppings, from creamy sour cream to fresh cilantro and tangy olives, allowing each guest to create their perfect bite. Plus, with a generous yield of 12 servings, it’s ideal for gatherings, potlucks, or simply meal prepping for the week ahead.

Imagine the delightful aroma wafting through your home as this dish cooks slowly in the background, freeing you up to enjoy your day. And when it’s time to eat, all you need to do is warm up some tortillas, assemble your burritos, and dig in! Whether it’s lunch, dinner, or a late-night snack, these Slow-Cooker Easy Burritos are sure to satisfy your cravings and impress your guests.

Ingredients

  • 15 oz black beans rinsed drained canned
  • 2.5 lb chicken thighs boneless skinless
  • cloves garlic minced
  • tablespoons chipotles in adobo chopped (from 7- to 11-oz can)
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • cup salsa thick
  • 12 10-inch flour tortilla ()
  • cup cream sour
  • oz colby cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup olives ripe sliced
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped

Equipment

  • oven
  • toothpicks
  • potato masher
  • aluminum foil
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In 3- to 4-quart slow cooker, layer beans, chicken thighs, garlic, chiles, cumin and salsa.
  2. Cover; cook on Low setting 7 to 8 hours.
  3. About 15 minutes before serving, heat oven to 350°F. Wrap tortillas in foil; heat in oven about 15 minutes or until warm. Meanwhile, place all topping ingredients in individual serving dishes.
  4. Remove chicken from slow cooker; place on large plate. With fork or potato masher, mash beans slightly to thicken sauce. Shred chicken with 2 forks; return to slow cooker and mix with bean mixture to moisten.
  5. Have guests place warm tortilla on serving plate. Spoon about 1/2 cup chicken mixture onto tortilla; top with desired toppings. Fold sides of tortilla over filling; secure with toothpick.

Nutrition Facts

Calories470kcal
Protein26.02%
Fat36.23%
Carbs37.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.42
Glycemic Load
10.98
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
20.573912903019%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:470.33kcal
23.52%
Fat:18.79g
28.91%
Saturated Fat:7.96g
49.78%
Carbohydrates:44.06g
14.69%
Net Carbohydrates:38.29g
13.92%
Sugar:4.36g
4.85%
Cholesterol:114.55mg
38.18%
Sodium:1057.52mg
45.98%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.36g
60.73%
Selenium:40.52µg
57.89%
Phosphorus:447.6mg
44.76%
Vitamin B3:8.9mg
44.48%
Vitamin B1:0.5mg
33.6%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.53%
Vitamin B6:0.55mg
27.41%
Calcium:251.46mg
25.15%
Iron:4.4mg
24.45%
Manganese:0.49mg
24.43%
Folate:96.38µg
24.09%
Fiber:5.77g
23.07%
Zinc:2.56mg
17.07%
Potassium:536.85mg
15.34%
Magnesium:59.92mg
14.98%
Vitamin B5:1.46mg
14.6%
Vitamin B12:0.76µg
12.71%
Copper:0.23mg
11.42%
Vitamin K:11.52µg
10.97%
Vitamin A:457.78IU
9.16%
Vitamin E:0.78mg
5.23%
Vitamin C:1.89mg
2.29%