Smoky Chipotle Lime Marinated Chicken

 1/4 cup avocado oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 chipotle peppers in adobo, minced
2 Tbsp soy sauce
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
2 Tbsp honey
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp regular paprika
1 tsp oregano
1/2 tsp cumin
Zest of 1/2 lime
2 Tbsp lime juice
2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs

In a shallow dish, whisk together avocado oil, minced garlic, chipotle peppers, soy sauce, cilantro, honey, smoked paprika, regular paprika, oregano, cumin, lime zest, lime juice, salt and pepper.  Set aside.  Place chicken in the marinade and toss until chicken is very well coated.  Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, up to 24 hours.  After marinating, place chicken in slow cooker and cook on low 8 hours**.  Shred or slice chicken.  Serve with rice, vegetables, or taco fixings.

**Other ways to cook: grill until temp reaches 165 degrees or place on baking sheet and bake at 400 for 25-35 minutes or until temp reaches 165 degrees.  

Serves 6