Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken
Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a satisfying meal. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken infused with zesty lime and fresh cilantro, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Just toss everything in your slow cooker and let the magic happen! Serve over rice, in tacos, or as a sandwich filling—everyone will be asking for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 4 limes)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle minced garlic, chili powder, and cumin over the chicken.
- Pour lime juice and chicken broth over the mixture until half of the chicken is covered.
- Add chopped cilantro on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken inside the pot using two forks before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 51g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sear the chicken in a skillet before placing it in the slow cooker. - Swap out chicken for turkey or tofu for different protein options. - Customize by adding vegetables like bell peppers or jalapeños for extra flavor and nutrition.