Slow Cooker Chicken Carnitas
Tender and flavorful slow cooker chicken carnitas made with simple spices and citrus, perfect for tacos, burritos, or bowls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 bay leaf
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine ground cumin, dried oregano, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken thighs.
Place the sliced onion and minced garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Add the seasoned chicken thighs on top of the onions and garlic.
Pour the chicken broth, orange juice, and lime juice over the chicken.
Add the bay leaf to the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the chicken is very tender and shreds easily.
Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the juices.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Serve the chicken carnitas warm in tacos, burritos, bowls, or your favorite dishes.