Description
Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken is a tender, flavorful shredded chicken dish cooked in a savory tomato and spice blend with fresh cilantro and lime. Perfect for tacos, rice bowls, or meal prep, it’s an easy crockpot recipe packed with bold Mexican-inspired flavor.
Ingredients
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 bunch cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts into the slow cooker.
- Season with chili powder, cumin, garlic salt, salt, and pepper.
- Add chopped cilantro and pour tomato sauce over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred chicken directly in the slow cooker and mix well with the sauce.
- Add fresh lime juice and stir to combine.
- Serve over rice, in tacos, or as desired.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for 5–6 days.
- Great for meal prep, tacos, burrito bowls, or salads.
- Add extra lime juice before serving for a fresh flavor boost.
- You can use chicken thighs for a juicier result.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course, Slow Cooker
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican, American