Creating your Southwest Crock Pot Chicken and Rice is simple when you follow these easy steps:

1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of the crock pot.

2. Add Rice: Pour the uncooked long-grain white rice evenly over the chicken.

3. Add Vegetables: Combine the black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, corn, onion, and red bell pepper in the crock pot.

4. Season: Sprinkle the garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper over the ingredients.

5. Pour in Chicken Broth: Carefully pour the chicken broth over everything in the crock pot, ensuring that the rice is submerged.

6. Cover: Place the lid on the crock pot. Set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.

7. Check for Doneness: After the cooking time is complete, check that the chicken is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and the rice is tender.

8. Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the crock pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir to combine.

9. Serve with Cheese: Serve the dish hot, topped with shredded cheese and garnished with fresh cilantro or green onions if desired.

10. Enjoy: Your delicious Southwest Crock Pot Chicken and Rice is ready to be enjoyed!