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Slow Cooker Chicken and Black Bean Chowder

Why is Slow Cooker Chicken and Black Bean Chowder not a soup?

By definition, a chowder is a thick, chunky soup that is either cream or tomato based. This particular recipe uses a tomato base, along with a few Southwestern flavor infusions.


SkinnyMs. 

When I hear the word “chowder,” two things come to mind: creamy New England style chowder or tomato-based Manhattan style chowder. This Slow Cooker Chicken and Black Bean Chowder recipe is neither. Instead, it’s a new twist on a traditional recipe. Kick up the flavor in your chowder and give this recipe a try!

To begin our chowder transformation, we started with chicken breast, black beans, and corn kernels. Next, we added in some salsa and diced chilies to give our dish a kick of Latin flavors. It’s important to let those flavors meld and simmer for several hours in a slow cooker along with some chicken broth. In the end, the chicken will be rich with Latin spices, and it should shred easily with a fork.

Once the chicken has been shredded and returned to the slow cooker to simmer briefly, it’s almost ready to serve. You can make this chowder extra-special by topping it with creamy Greek yogurt, avocado slices, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.

So, there you have it. You’ve taken all of the elements that make a chowder wonderful and have elevated them to create something fun and exciting. A tasty Slow Cooker Chicken and Black Bean Chowder is served. Is your mouth watering yet? I know mine is; I can smell the Southwestern goodness!

Finally, I only have one question left to ask: What time is dinner?

Ingredients
1 (15 ounce) can low sodium black beans, drained
3 boneless and skinless chicken breasts
1 cup frozen corn kernels
1 (16 ounce) jar no-sugar added salsa
4 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 (4 ounce) can diced chilies
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 avocado, peeled and sliced (optional)
1/4 cup plain fat-free Greek Yogurt (optional)
1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)

Instructions

Combine all ingredients except for the avocado, yogurt, cilantro, and lime in a slow cooker. Cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred. Return to the cooker and cook on high for another 30 minutes.
Ladle into serving bowls. Optional: top with avocado, yogurt, cilantro and a lime wedge.

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