Ingredients
– ½ cup honey – Adds sweetness and helps create the glossy honey lime sauce.
– ¼ cup chicken stock or water – Keeps the sauce from drying out and helps the glaze form.
– Juice of 2 limes (fresh preferred, bottled can be used) – Gives the signature tangy flavor and bright aroma.
– 6 cloves garlic, minced – Adds savory depth and makes the sauce taste extra flavorful.
– ½ teaspoon salt – Balances the sweet honey and sharp lime juice.
– 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 4-5 breasts) – The main protein that shreds into tender bites.
Instructions
1-First Step: In your slow cooker, whisk together the ½ cup honey, ¼ cup chicken stock or water, juice of 2 limes, 6 cloves minced garlic, and ½ teaspoon salt.
2-Second Step: Add the 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts and turn them so they are coated evenly in the sauce. Try to spread them out so they cook at the same pace.
3-Third Step: Cook on low for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. If you are usually cautious, a quick check at around the 3 hour mark is a good idea.
4-Fourth Step: Carefully remove the chicken to a plate or bowl. Shred it using two forks or an electric hand mixer until it is all pull-apart tender.
5-Final Step: Mix the shredded chicken back into the cooking liquid. Let it sit for a few minutes so it soaks up that honey lime flavor, then serve.
Last Step:
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🕒 Prep as freezer bag: combine all, freeze up to 3 months; thaw before cooking.
🌶️ Spice it up: stir in sriracha, chili powder, or black pepper during whisking.
❄️ Stores fridge 4 days or freezer 3 months; reheat with extra lime juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Slow Cooked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-Fat
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 175 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 207mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 58mg