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Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken Recipe

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This Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken recipe is a flavorful and easy meal perfect for busy days. Tender chicken breasts are simmered in a tangy tomato sauce infused with chili powder, cumin, fresh cilantro, and lime juice. Easily shred the chicken after slow cooking and serve it on its own or over rice for a satisfying dinner that the entire family will enjoy.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American, Mexican

Ingredients

Chicken and Sauce

  • 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 can tomato sauce (15 ounces)

Seasonings

  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper

Herbs and Citrus

  • 1 bunch cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 lime, juiced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts into the bottom of your crock pot in an even layer.
  2. Add Seasonings and Herbs: Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, garlic salt, salt, and pepper evenly over the chicken breasts. Add the chopped cilantro on top to infuse fresh herbal flavor into the dish.
  3. Pour Tomato Sauce: Pour the entire can of tomato sauce over the chicken and seasonings, coating the chicken thoroughly in the sauce.
  4. Slow Cook the Chicken: Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours, or alternatively on high heat for 3 to 4 hours. The chicken is done when it shreds easily with a fork.
  5. Shred and Combine: Carefully shred the cooked chicken directly in the crock pot using two forks. Stir the shredded chicken well into the sauce to evenly combine flavors.
  6. Final Touch: Squeeze the juice of one fresh lime into the chicken mixture and stir for a bright, zesty finish.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the cilantro lime chicken hot, either as is or over a bed of steamed rice. Enjoy your flavorful and tender slow-cooked meal!

Notes

  • Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5-6 days to maintain freshness.
  • For added texture, you can garnish with extra fresh cilantro and lime wedges when serving.
  • This recipe can be doubled easily for larger groups; just increase crock pot cooking time slightly if needed.
  • Feel free to add diced onions or bell peppers to the crock pot for extra flavor and color.

Find it online: https://allcookedup.com/slow-cooker-cilantro-lime-chicken-recipe/