Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 unit

boneless skinless chicken breasts

frozen

10.75 ounce

cream of shrimp soup

3 ounce

whole milk

2 tsp

curry powder

1 tsp

cayenne pepper

0.5 tsp

ground turmeric

15 ounce

black beans

undrained

3 cup

water

3 cup

instant rice

2 tbsp

lime juice

Step 1
~27 min

Place the frozen chicken breasts in a large slow cooker.

Step 2
~27 min

In a separate bowl, mix together the cream of shrimp soup (or chicken soup), milk, curry powder, cayenne pepper, and ground turmeric.

Step 3
~27 min

Pour the soup mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.

Step 4
~27 min

Cook on low heat for 6 hours or until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.

Step 5
~27 min

Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.

Step 6
~27 min

Return the shredded chicken to the sauce in the slow cooker.

Step 7
~27 min

Add the undrained black beans to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the chicken and sauce.

Step 8
~27 min

Continue cooking on low heat for another hour to heat the beans through.

Step 9
~27 min

While the beans are heating, bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepot.

Step 10
~27 min

Add the instant rice to the boiling water, then immediately turn off the heat.

Step 11
~27 min

Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and let it sit for 10 minutes, or until the rice has absorbed all the liquid.

Step 12
~27 min

Add the cooked rice and lime juice to the slow cooker with the chicken and beans.

Step 13
~27 min

Mix all the ingredients together thoroughly.

Step 14
~27 min

Turn the slow cooker to high heat and cook for 30 minutes to allow the rice to absorb any excess liquid.

Step 15
~27 min

Serve the curry chicken and rice mixture in warmed tortillas as a burrito filling.

Step 16
~27 min

Alternatively, serve the mixture plain in a bowl.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your spice preference.

For a thicker filling, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with water and add to the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Serve with your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, and guacamole.

Garnish with chopped cilantro.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican rice
Refried beans
Tortilla chips with salsa

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Fusion (Mexican/Indian)

Cultural Significance

Highlights the blending of global flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Casual Gatherings
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Entertaining

Popularity Score

65/100

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