Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken, a dish that effortlessly combines zesty lime and fresh cilantro to create a mouthwatering meal perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This recipe allows you to prepare tender, juicy chicken with minimal effort—just toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic. Whether served over rice, tucked into tacos, or enjoyed as a salad topping, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. With its healthy ingredients and endless versatility, you’ll find yourself returning to this recipe time and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro (chopped)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 Tablespoon chili powder
- 1 Tablespoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring even spacing.
- Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, garlic salt, salt, and pepper over the chicken. Add chopped cilantro and lime juice.
- Pour tomato sauce over all ingredients and mix well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours until chicken shreds easily.
- Remove chicken, shred it with two forks, then return it to the sauce and stir.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg