Garlic Lime Crockpot Chicken
Infuse your weeknight dinner routine with bold, zesty flavors with this Garlic Lime Crockpot Chicken recipe. Featuring tender, juicy chicken thighs bathed in a vibrant marinade of fresh lime juice, minced garlic, honey, and aromatic spices like cumin, paprika, and oregano, this dish is a showstopper that’s as simple to prepare as it is delicious. Perfect for busy schedules, the slow cooker does all the work, transforming the chicken into a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece while the citrusy, savory aroma fills your kitchen. The addition of lime zest and a touch of honey creates a tantalizing balance of tangy and sweet. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and serve it over rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables for a complete, flavorful meal. This recipe is perfect for meal prepping or wowing your family with minimal effort. It’s gluten-free, effortlessly delicious, and packed with bold, fresh flavors to brighten up your dinner table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on or skinless)
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.25 cup Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp Lime zest
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the chicken thighs with paper towels.
In a small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, honey, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours for maximum flavor.
At the end of the marinating time, transfer the chicken thighs to the crockpot, skin-side up if using skin-on chicken.
Pour the remaining marinade from the bag or dish over the chicken, and add the chicken broth to the bottom of the crockpot.
Cover the crockpot with the lid and cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or on LOW for 6-7 hours, until the chicken is tender and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken from the crockpot and transfer it to a serving platter.
Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Serve hot with side dishes like rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2279 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 149.1 g | 191% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.2 g | 181% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 735 mg | 245% | |
| Sodium | 3186 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.4 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 187.2 g | 374% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 2465 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
