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Cilantro Lime Chicken Crockpot Recipe: An Amazing Ultimate Dish

Ingredients

– 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
– Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

Creating the Cilantro Lime Chicken in your crockpot is easy if you follow these simple steps:

1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
2. Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine chopped cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if desired). Stir well to combine.
3. Pour Mixture: Pour the cilantro-lime mixture over the chicken in the crockpot, making sure to cover it well.
4. Set the Crockpot: Cover the crockpot with the lid. Cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. Cook until the chicken is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
5. Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the crockpot. Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
6. Mix with Juices: Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot, mixing it with the juices and seasonings for extra flavor.
7. Cool and Serve: Allow it to cool slightly before serving it with lime wedges on the side.

Following these steps will ensure your Cilantro Lime Chicken is packed with flavor and ready to impress!

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