Flavorful Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken for Easy Weeknights
A simple, gluten-free Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken recipe perfect for weeknight meals.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- food processor
Ingredients
For the Sauce
- 2 cups Chicken Broth Consider low-sodium options
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
- ¼ cup Lime Juice Freshly squeezed preferred
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced, use fresh for stronger taste
- 1 medium Jalapeño Remove seeds for less spice
- 1 teaspoon Cumin Key spice in Mexican cuisine
- 1 teaspoon Paprika Enhances color and flavor
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Use to taste
- ½ teaspoon Ground Pepper Adjust according to preference
For the Chicken
- 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Substitute with thighs if preferred
- ½ cup Chopped Cilantro Can be omitted if desired
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Begin by preparing the sauce for your Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken. In a food processor, combine chicken broth, olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, diced jalapeño, salt, cumin, paprika, and ground pepper. Blend until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
- Arrange the boneless skinless chicken breasts in a single layer in the slow cooker.
- Pour the blended sauce over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are thoroughly coated.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 5-6 hours, until tender.
- Once cooked, remove the lid and use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker.
- Stir in the chopped cilantro before serving warm in taco shells, over rice, or in salads.
Notes
This dish is perfect for meal prep, and leftovers can be stored for up to a week in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Serving: 1plate | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 10mg