Slow Cooker Cumin-Lime Chicken with Black Beans

Fall-apart tender chicken simmered in a vibrant cumin and lime sauce with protein-packed black beans.

Cuisine: Mexican

Category: Slow Cooker

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 360 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed black beans
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2, juiced lime
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 small, diced onion
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken thighs on both sides for 3-4 minutes per side, then transfer to slow cooker.
2. Step 2: Add diced onion to skillet and cook for 2 minutes until softened. Stir in 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp cayenne, and 1/2 tsp salt. Add 1 cup chicken broth and 2 tbsp lime juice, then pour mixture over chicken in slow cooker.
3. Step 3: Stir in drained black beans. Cook on low for 6-7 hours until chicken is tender. Serve with rice or over greens.