Slow-Cooker Lime Garlic Chicken with Rice
A bright and comforting slow-cooked dish featuring tender chicken infused with zesty lime and savory garlic, served over fluffy rice. Perfect for an easy, hands-off meal packed with fresh flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional)
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix garlic, lime juice, lime zest, chicken broth, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 5–6 hours or on high for 2.5–3 hours until the chicken is tender.
- About 20–25 minutes before serving, cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Shred the chicken or leave whole as desired.
- Serve the chicken over rice and spoon extra sauce on top.
- Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges before serving.
Notes
- Use brown rice or quinoa for a healthier variation.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for extra nutrition.
- Stir in coconut milk at the end for a creamier texture.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat with a splash of broth to maintain moisture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
