I love any recipe that checks three boxes: easy, healthy, and full of flavor — and these Crockpot Cilantro Lime Chicken Bowls do all three.

The chicken is juicy and bright with citrus and garlic, simmered low and slow in your crockpot until it falls apart with a fork. The cilantro and lime add a fresh, vibrant twist that pairs perfectly with rice, cauliflower rice, or wrapped up in a burrito. It’s one of those meals that’s just as good on day three as it is straight from the crock.

This is one of our top meal prep heroes — and the leftovers are chef’s kiss.

Ingredients (serves 4–6):

• 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs

• 1/2 cup chicken broth

• Juice + zest of 2 limes

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1/2 tsp chili powder

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

• Optional: sliced jalapeño for spice

For Serving:

• Cooked rice or cauliflower rice

• Black beans or corn

• Avocado slices or guacamole

• Chopped lettuce

• Extra cilantro and lime wedges

Instructions:

1. Add to slow cooker: Place chicken in the crockpot. In a bowl, whisk together broth, lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Pour over the chicken.

2. Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 2.5–3 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.

3. Shred: Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the slow cooker to soak up the juices.

4. Assemble bowls: Layer your favorite bowl base (like rice or greens), top with chicken, beans, veggies, avocado, and garnish with extra lime and cilantro.

Sarah’s Tips & Swaps:

• Low carb? Use cauliflower rice or a bed of greens as your base.

• No cilantro fans? Use parsley or skip it — the lime still brings lots of flavor.

• Make it creamy: Stir in a spoonful of Greek yogurt or drizzle with chipotle mayo.

• Meal prep tip: Store shredded chicken separately and assemble bowls fresh throughout the week.

Flavorful Conclusion:

These Cilantro Lime Chicken Bowls are light, fresh, and full of zippy flavor. Whether you’re eating clean, feeding a crowd, or just need an easy dinner that doubles as lunch tomorrow — this is the kind of crockpot magic that keeps life delicious and simple.

Nutrition (Per Serving – makes 6):

• Calories: 310

• Protein: 28g

• Carbohydrates: 6g

• Fat: 18g

• Fiber: 2g

• Sugar: 1g

• Sodium: 420mg