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By theskinnyishdish.com
Slow Cooker Chicken Carnitas
Instructions
Prep:5min
Slow Cooker Chicken Carnitas are so easy that anyone can make them! Broiling them after removing from the slow cooker makes them lightly browned, a little crispy, and extra delicious. Perfect for tacos, burritos, salads, and burrito bowls!
Updated at: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:00:47 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Good
Glycemic Index
26
Low
Glycemic Load
2
Low
Nutrition per serving
Calories351.3 kcal (18%)
Total Fat17.3 g (25%)
Carbs7.6 g (3%)
Sugars3 g (3%)
Protein39.3 g (79%)
Sodium640.2 mg (32%)
Fiber0.9 g (3%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
5 servings
2 lbschicken breast
raw
1onion
large, thinly sliced into rings
¾ cupchicken broth low sodium
¼ cupjuice of limes
¼ cupjuice of orange
1 tspcumin
½ tsporegano
2 tspgarlic powder
1 tspcoarse kosher salt
reduce by half if using fine salt or table salt
bay leaf
1chipotle peppers from the can
use 1 for less spice or 2 for more spice
2 Tbspadobo sauce
from the can of chipotle peppers
cooking spray
avocado or coconut oil spray will work best with high cooking temps
Instructions
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Easy
Makes leftovers
Crispy
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