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Cilantro Lime Chicken: Discover the Perfect Recipe Today!

A flavorful and easy-to-make cilantro lime chicken recipe perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice about 2 limes
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Method
 

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken broth, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to combine.
  3. Pour the mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  5. Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks and stir it back into the sauce in the slow cooker.
  6. Serve warm, garnished with additional cilantro and lime wedges if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 36gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños to the slow cooker.
  • Serve the chicken over rice or in tacos for a delicious meal variation.

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