Mediterranean Diet Friendly Crockpot Carnitas

• 3 lb boneless pork shoulder, cut into 3–4 large chunks
  Required swap

  Consider using boneless skinless chicken thighs instead.

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  Chef's tip

  Use the same weight of boneless chicken thighs and cut them as directed. For thin slices, skewers, stir-fries, or frying, cook to 165°F (74°C). For covered braises, cook about 45 minutes; for a slow cooker, use 3 to 4 hours on low.
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  2 tsp kosher salt
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  1 tsp black pepper
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  2 tsp ground cumin
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  1 tsp dried oregano
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  1 tsp smoked paprika
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  ½ tsp chili powder
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  4 cloves garlic, smashed
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  1 medium white onion, roughly chopped
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  1 orange, juiced (about ⅓ cup juice)
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  2 limes, juiced (about 3 tbsp juice)
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  ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
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  2 tbsp olive oil
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  1 bay leaf

For serving

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  corn tortillas, for serving
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  fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
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  white onion, finely diced (optional)
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  lime wedges, for serving (optional)