Description
Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken is a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken breasts infused with the vibrant flavors of fresh cilantro and zesty lime. This effortless recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, making it versatile enough for tacos, salads, or served on its own. With minimal prep time and the magic of slow cooking, you’ll enjoy a savory meal that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts.
- Place them in the slow cooker.
- Add minced garlic, lime juice, chopped cilantro, cumin, chili powder, and salt.
- Pour chicken broth around the edges of the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until tender.
- Shred the chicken inside the pot and mix well with the juices.
- Serve over rice or in tortillas with extra cilantro and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 140mg