Description
This Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken recipe is a zesty and flavorful dish that is easy to prepare. The combination of tangy lime, savory chicken, and fresh cilantro creates a delicious and aromatic meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasonings:
- ½ cup chicken broth (low sodium)
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Flavorings:
- 4 limes (juiced, zest of 1 lime)
- ½ to 1 cup cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the Seasonings: In a bowl, combine the chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, lime juice, and lime zest.
- Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken breasts and liquid mixture to the slow cooker.
- Cook in the Slow Cooker: Cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours or LOW for 5 to 6 hours.
- Shred and Serve: Using two forks, shred the chicken breasts in the crockpot with the liquid. Add the chopped cilantro and stir to combine. Adjust the seasoning with more lime juice as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours on high or 6 hours on low
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: slow cooker, cilantro lime chicken, easy, flavorful, Mexican
