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Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken

Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken: Easy, Flavorful Family Dinner

An effortless and delicious recipe for a family dinner, featuring tender chicken infused with cilantro and lime flavors.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds chicken breasts
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, mix together chicken broth, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the mixture over the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Shred the chicken with two forks and mix it with the sauce before serving.

Notes

  • Great served with rice or tortillas.
  • Can be frozen for meal prep.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Cilantro Lime Chicken, Slow Cooker Chicken, Family Dinner