Ingredients
– 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2-3 limes)
– 1 tablespoon lime zest
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– Lime wedges and additional cilantro for serving
Instructions
Creating this amazing Crock Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken is simple when you follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Start by trimming the chicken breasts of any excess fat.
2. Make the Marinade: In a bowl, combine the chopped cilantro, lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
3. Coat the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the crock pot and pour the cilantro lime marinade over them, ensuring each piece is well coated.
4. Set the Slow Cooker: Cover the crock pot with its lid and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
5. Check the Chicken: About 30 minutes before the cooking time is up, check the chicken for doneness. It should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
6. Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken right in the crock pot. This allows it to soak up more of the flavorful juices.
7. Serve: Stir to combine and let the shredded chicken rest in the juices for an additional 5-10 minutes before serving.
By following these straightforward steps, you can effortlessly prepare a meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Fat: 14g
- Protein: 40g