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Crockpot Honey Chipotle Lime Chicken

Recipe by Johnny on InstagramAdded 12 September 2026.

15 minutes to prep, 8 hours to cook. A smoky, sweet, and tangy chicken dish slow‑cooked in a crockpot, featuring chipotle peppers, lime juice, and honey. Served over fluffy white rice and finished with fresh cilantro, it offers a high‑protein, comforting dinner perfect for busy weeknights.

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Crockpot Honey Chipotle Lime Chicken by Johnny, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Place the chicken thighs in the crockpot.

  2. Add the chopped onions, minced garlic, blended chipotle peppers, tomato paste, paprika, cumin, black pepper, honey, and freshly squeezed lime juice.

  3. Stir everything together until the chicken is evenly coated with the sauce.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The chicken is coated evenly, with the chipotle sauce distributed through the pot.

  4. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6–8 hours, or on high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The chicken pulls apart easily and the sauce has thickened around it.

  5. While the chicken cooks, rinse the white rice and cook it according to the package instructions, typically simmering for about 15 minutes.

  6. When the chicken is done, taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.

  7. Serve the chicken pieces and sauce over the cooked rice.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The rice catches the glossy sauce when served underneath the chicken.

  8. Garnish each serving with fresh cilantro leaves.

  9. Allow the dish to rest for a few minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.

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