Simple, fresh and flavorful this slow cooker cuban chicken with citrus is as delicious as it is easy and healthy. For best results, be sure to slice the onion as thinly as you can.
1yellow onion, peeled and sliced as thinly as possible (about 1-½ cups)
8clovesgarlic, coarsely chopped
¾cupfresh orange juice
¾cupfresh lime juice
1bay leaf
Instructions
Ideal Slow Cooker Size: 4-Quart.
Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper and then place it in the slow cooker.
Spread the onion evenly over the chicken and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt.
Stir together the garlic, orange juice, lime juice and bay leaf and then pour over the chicken.
Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours, until the chicken and onions are tender. Remove and discard the bay leaf. Taste the sauce and add more salt and pepper to taste.
Serve the chicken with some of the onions and a little sauce poured over.
Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 chicken thigh + onions and sauceClick here to see your WW PersonalPoints for this recipe and track it in the WW app or site.4*SmartPoints (Green plan)4*SmartPoints (Blue plan)4*SmartPoints (Purple plan)6*PointsPlus (Old plan)
Nutrition Facts
Slow Cooker Cuban Chicken with Citrus Recipe
Amount Per Serving (1 chicken thigh + onions & sauce)
Calories 239Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat 14g22%
Carbohydrates 6g2%
Fiber 1g4%
Protein 22g44%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.