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A vibrant plate of shredded cilantro lime chicken garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges, served on a rustic white plate with a side of rice, colorful vegetables, and a sprig of cilantro, set on a wooden table with natural daylight highlighting the textures and fresh ingredients.

Flavorful Crock Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken

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A delicious and easy crockpot chicken recipe with fresh cilantro and lime, perfect for busy weeknights and flavorful family dinners.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in the crock pot.
  2. Mix lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and chicken broth in a bowl.
  3. Pour mixture over chicken.
  4. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  5. Shred the chicken using two forks and mix with juices.
  6. Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts for more flavor.
  • Serve over rice, in tacos, or salads.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup shredded chicken
  • Calories: 220 Kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg