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Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken


  • Author: lydia
  • Total Time: 370 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A tender and flavorful chicken dish infused with fresh cilantro and zesty lime, perfect for busy days.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  2. Mix together the chopped cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Pour the cilantro-lime mixture over the chicken and add the chicken broth to the slow cooker.
  4. Cover with the lid and set on low for 360 minutes or high for 240 minutes.
  5. Once done cooking, shred the chicken with two forks and stir into the sauce.

Notes

For added flavor, consider searing the chicken before slow cooking and customize seasonings to your taste.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 360 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg
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