🍗 Slow Cooker Lime Cilantro Chicken Recipe 🍋🌿

Posted by BMA24

This Slow Cooker Lime Cilantro Chicken is a zesty, flavorful dish that’s easy to prepare and perfect for a hands-off meal. With a burst of lime and fresh cilantro, this chicken is juicy and tender, making it perfect for serving with rice, in tacos, or over a salad!

📋 Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 🍗
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2-3 limes) 🍋
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth 🍲
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil 🛢️
  • 2 tablespoons honey 🍯
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
  • 1 teaspoon cumin 🌿
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder 🌶️
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika 🌶️
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt 🧂
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 🌶️
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 🌿
  • Lime wedges and extra cilantro for garnish 🌿🍋

📝 Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken and Marinade:

  1. In a small bowl:
  • Whisk together the lime juice, chicken broth, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  1. Add chicken to slow cooker:
  • Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Pour the lime marinade over the chicken, ensuring that the chicken is well-coated.

2. Cook the Chicken:

  1. Cover and cook:
  • Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).

3. Shred or Slice the Chicken:

  1. Once cooked:
  • Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks or slice it, depending on your preference.
  1. Return chicken to slow cooker:
  • Place the shredded or sliced chicken back into the slow cooker to absorb more of the lime cilantro sauce for another 5-10 minutes.

4. Garnish and Serve:

  1. Garnish with cilantro:
  • Stir in the fresh chopped cilantro just before serving.
  1. Serve with:
  • Serve this Lime Cilantro Chicken with rice, tortillas, or over a salad. Garnish with lime wedges and extra cilantro for added freshness.

⏱️ Preparation Time: 10 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 4-6 hours on low (or 2-3 hours on high)
⏱️ Total Time: 4-6 hours
🍽️ Servings: 4 servings
🔥 Calories: Approximately 300 kcal per serving

This Slow Cooker Lime Cilantro Chicken is bursting with tangy lime and fresh cilantro flavors, making it a versatile and healthy dish that’s perfect for meal prep, tacos, or a refreshing summer dinner! 🍋🍗🌿