Description
This Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken is a flavorful and tender dish featuring boneless, skinless chicken breasts slow-cooked in a zesty salsa-cilantro-lime mixture. Perfect for busy days, it’s easy to prepare and yields juicy, shredded chicken infused with bright and savory Mexican-inspired flavors. Serve it with avocado slices or lime wedges for a fresh, appetizing meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, plus extra for garnish
- Juice from 2 limes
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnishes
- Avocado slices
- Lime wedges
- Additional chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides to ensure flavorful meat.
- Prepare the sauce mixture: In the slow cooker, combine the salsa, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, chopped cilantro, and lime juice. Stir well to blend all the flavors thoroughly.
- Add chicken and broth: Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the slow cooker, making sure they are submerged in the salsa mixture. Pour the chicken broth over the chicken to keep it moist during cooking.
- Cook the chicken: Cover with the lid and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred the chicken: Remove the cooked chicken from the slow cooker and shred it gently using two forks.
- Combine shredded chicken with juices: Return the shredded chicken back into the slow cooker and mix it with the cooking juices so it absorbs more flavor.
- Serve: Serve the cilantro lime chicken hot, garnished with extra chopped cilantro, avocado slices, or lime wedges as desired.
Notes
- Cook time varies depending on your slow cooker; always ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- For meal prep, this chicken freezes well and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- Adjust spices according to your heat preference by increasing or reducing chili powder.
- Serve this chicken over rice, in tacos, salads, or with tortillas for a versatile meal.
