Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Lime Chicken (Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipe)
Sweet Chili Lime Chicken is the ultimate easy slow cooker chicken recipe for busy weeknights. With just one simple sauce mixture poured over raw chicken breasts, you get tender, juicy, flavor-packed chicken that tastes sweet, tangy, and slightly savory. This crockpot chicken recipe is perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or effortless entertaining.
If you love dump-and-go slow cooker recipes, this one will quickly become a favorite.
Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Chicken Recipe
- ✔️ Easy weeknight dinner
- ✔️ Simple pantry ingredients
- ✔️ Minimal prep time (5 minutes!)
- ✔️ Family-friendly flavors
- ✔️ Perfect for meal prep
- ✔️ Great for tacos, rice bowls, sandwiches & more
The combination of sweet chili sauce, fresh lime juice, soy sauce, honey, and garlic creates a glossy, flavorful sauce that soaks beautifully into the chicken.
Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Lime Chicken Recipe
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 3–4 hours
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup bottled sweet chili sauce
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
1️⃣ Add Chicken to Slow Cooker
Place raw chicken breasts in a single layer in a 4–6 quart slow cooker.
2️⃣ Make the Sweet Chili Lime Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together:
- Sweet chili sauce
- Fresh lime juice
- Soy sauce
- Honey
- Minced garlic
- Salt and pepper
Mix until smooth and well combined.
3️⃣ Pour & Coat
Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken, making sure all pieces are coated.
4️⃣ Slow Cook
- Cook on LOW for 3½–4½ hours, or
- Cook on HIGH for 2–3 hours
Chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
5️⃣ Shred & Serve
Shred or slice the chicken directly in the slow cooker and stir it into the sauce so it absorbs all that sweet chili lime flavor.
Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.
What to Serve With Sweet Chili Lime Chicken
This versatile slow cooker chicken pairs beautifully with:
- 🍚 Fluffy white rice or jasmine rice
- 🍜 Buttered egg noodles
- 🌮 Warm flour tortillas (for tacos)
- 🥗 Fresh green salad
- 🌽 Steamed corn or green beans
- 🥪 Toasted sandwich buns with coleslaw
- 🍞 Cornbread or dinner rolls
Add a squeeze of fresh lime for extra brightness!
Variations & Cooking Tips
🔥 Add Heat
Mix in ¼–½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes for spicy sweet chili chicken.
🧅 Add Vegetables
Place sliced bell peppers and onions under the chicken before adding sauce.
🥥 Make It Creamy
Stir in 2–3 tablespoons cream cheese or coconut milk during the last 15 minutes.
🍗 Use Chicken Thighs
Boneless skinless thighs work great—cook on LOW for 4–5 hours.
❄️ Storage & Meal Prep
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
- Use leftovers for quesadillas, wraps, rice bowls, or salads.
Final Thoughts
This Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Lime Chicken is the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, savory, and comforting. With just one simple sauce poured over raw chicken breasts, you get a delicious, crowd-pleasing dinner with almost no effort.
If you’re looking for:
- An easy crockpot chicken recipe
- A simple weeknight dinner idea
- A family-friendly slow cooker meal
- A flavorful sweet chili chicken recipe
This one checks every box.
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