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Crockpot cilantro lime chicken on a white plate, garnished with cilantro and served with warm tortillas

Crockpot Cilantro Lime Chicken

This crockpot cilantro lime chicken is an easy cilantro lime chicken recipe featuring bold, Mexican-inspired flavors and a healthy, protein-packed meal perfect for tacos or a clean eating plan.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • Blender or food processor
  • 6-quart slow cooker
  • Cutting board
  • Fork

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1/4 cup avocado oil (or other neutral oil)
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/3 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 cups packed cilantro
  • Optional Toppings: Easy guacamole, warm tortillas, sour cream, chopped onion, sliced jalapeño.

Instructions
 

  • Add the avocado oil, garlic, salt, cumin, lime juice, honey, and cilantro to a blender or food processor.
  • Blend on low until just combined for a slightly textured sauce.
  • Place the chicken in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker.
  • Pour half of the cilantro lime sauce over the chicken, ensuring it is evenly coated.
  • Reserve the remaining sauce for later use.
  • Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours, or on low for 5-6 hours, until the chicken easily shreds with a fork.
  • Remove the chicken to a cutting board. Shred it with a fork or chop into bite-sized pieces.
  • Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot. Stir in the cooking juices and the reserved sauce for maximum flavor.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with additional lime juice or salt, if needed.
  • Serve with warm tortillas and desired toppings like guacamole, chopped onions, and jalapeño.