Slow Cooker Tequila Lime Chicken Recipe

crockpot tequila lime sliced chicken on a plate with colorful pepper rings and a chopped salad.

5 from 3 votes

Slow Cooker Tequila Lime Chicken Recipe

Slow Cooker Tequila Lime chicken is like a fiesta in a crockpot! This tangy, flavorful and juicy chicken will the hit of any dinner table!

Prep Time10

Cook Time4

Total Time4 10

Course: dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican Inspired

Keyword: Slow cooker tequila lime chicken, tequila lime chicken

Servings: servings

Calories: 311kcal

Author: The Lazy slow cooker

Equipment

Ingredients

non stick cooking spray
½ - 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
½ cup tequila I used anejo but any will work
4 oz lime juice
2 tablespoon agave syrup
4 cloves garlic pressed or minced
1 teaspoon dried cilantro
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
zest of ½ lime
fresh cilantro garnish (optional)

Instructions

spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray
non stick cooking spray
add all ingredients to slow cooker and stir to combine
½ - 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, ½ cup tequila, 4 oz lime juice, 2 tablespoon agave syrup, 4 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon dried cilantro, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder, zest of ½ lime
Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165℉
remove chicken and slice into strips
serve over rice, in tacos or bowls and enjoy!!

Notes

Chicken breast can be substituted for thighs if you prefer.

NOTE: The alcohol in your tequila will not cook off as long as the lid is on your slow cooker. To cook off some of the alcohol, cook on high with the lid off for the last 30-60 minutes. (Please see written instructions above for more details)

non-alcoholic tequila or chicken broth can be used in place of tequila.

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