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Slow Cooker Chicken

This slow cooker chicken recipe is incredibly flavorful and tender, perfect for a weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 0.5 cup orange juice
  • 0.25 cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons achiote paste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, achiote paste, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Place chicken thighs in a slow cooker. Top with sliced onion and minced garlic.
  3. Pour the achiote mixture over the chicken, ensuring it's evenly distributed.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours, until chicken is tender and cooked through.
  5. Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the sauce in the slow cooker and stir to coat.
  6. Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Notes

This chicken is delicious served in tacos, burritos, or over rice. Garnish with pickled red onions and cilantro for an extra pop of flavor.