Lime Chicken

Sometimes life calls for simplicity. In fact, I believe we could all benefit from making our lives less fast-paced and a little more low-key. We rush here and there doing this and that and wondering, "does it all matter, does it make a difference"? When we reach the finish line, what are people going to remember? That we were busy? That we never had time to relax? That we never had a face to face conversation?

Wow, all of a sudden it just got fairly philosophical for a Tuesday. One of my favorite things in life is sitting down to share a great meal with my people (there are many of you and you know who you are). It doesn't have to be difficult or time consuming, it just has to taste good. Just like this meal I want to share with you: Start with chicken thighs (or your preferred cut of chicken) in the crock pot, pour a great sauce on top, let it cook on low all day then serve accompanied by steamed rice and broiled asparagus. Boom; you have a recipe for a relaxed dinner with your people that doesn't make you want to fall asleep at the dinner table because you've slaved over a hot stove all day. Simple, delicious food that your friends will remember and conversations that don't take place via social media. A timeless, winning combination.

Lime Chicken (adapted from gimmesomeoven.com)

8 bone-in, skin-off chicken thighs (or other cut of your choice)
1/2 c. freshly squeezed lime juice
1 T. worcestershire sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 t. salt
1 t. pepper
1/2 c. fresh cilantro, chopped

Place the chicken thighs in a 6 qt. slow cooker that has been sprayed with cooking spray. In a small bowl whisk together the lime juice, worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt and pepper then pour over the chicken. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-4 hours. Garnish with cilantro and serve over rice (if desired) with sauce for drizzling.

4 servings (233 calories each serving) according to my calculator on loseit.com