Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken

Name: Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 240 min
Total time: 250 min
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) jar salsa; 1 (1.25 ounce) package dry taco seasoning mix; 1 lime, juiced; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

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This is a nice change from plain chicken tacos. The cilantro really adds a burst of flavor to this recipe.

Recipe by ltlmsmfft

Published on February 26, 2020

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

4 hrs

Total Time:

4 hrs 10 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

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Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
1 (1.25 ounce) package dry taco seasoning mix
1 lime, juiced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Directions

Place the salsa, taco seasoning, lime juice, and cilantro into a slow cooker, and stir to combine. Add the chicken breasts, and stir to coat with the salsa mixture. Cover the cooker, set to High, and cook until the chicken is very tender, about 4 hours. If desired, set cooker to Low and cook 6 to 8 hours. Shred chicken with 2 forks to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

272	Calories
5g	Fat
9g	Carbs
45g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 272
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g	6%
Saturated Fat 1g	7%
Cholesterol 117mg	39%
Sodium 976mg	42%
Total Carbohydrate 9g	3%
Dietary Fiber 1g	5%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 45g
Vitamin C 4mg	19%
Calcium 42mg	3%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 521mg	11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.