Cuban-Inspired Slow Cooker Chicken

A refreshing and (virtually) effortless slow cooker recipe for Cuban chicken that I threw together out of desperation to have a cooking-free evening.

Step: 1

Place 1/2 of the chopped onion in the bottom of a slow cooker. Place chicken breasts on top and cover with remaining onion. Add black beans and diced tomatoes.

Step: 2

Whisk together broth, orange juice, wine, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and thyme; pour into the slow cooker.

Step: 3

Cover and cook until chicken is falling apart and no longer pink in the center, on Low for 6 to 8 hours or High for 3 to 4 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Step: 4

Meanwhile, bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and water has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.

Step: 5

Shred chicken and return meat to the pot for 5 to 10 minutes to allow it to soak up the juices. Serve over cooked rice.

Per Serving: 421 calories; protein 27.8g; carbohydrates 60.3g; fat 3.2g; cholesterol 46.9mg; sodium 2142.3mg.

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