Ultimate Slow Cooker Lime Cilantro Chicken Recipe

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
4 hrs
Total Time:
4 hrs 15 mins
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 1(16 ounce) jarsalsa

  • 1(1.25 ounce) packagedry taco seasoning mix

  • 1mediumlime, juiced

  • 3tablespoonschopped fresh cilantro

  • 3poundsskinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Cooking Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

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  2. Stir salsa, taco seasoning, lime juice, and cilantro together in a slow cooker until well combined. Add chicken breasts and spoon salsa mixture over top to coat.

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  3. Cover and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, on Low for 6 to 8 hours or High for 4 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

  4. Shred chicken in the crock with two forks, then mix with the sauce.

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  5. Enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe12
Calories147
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
2g
2%
Saturated Fat
0g
2%
Cholesterol
66mg
22%
Sodium
514mg
22%
Total Carbohydrate
5g
2%
Dietary Fiber
1g
3%
Protein
27g
54%
Vitamin C
4mg
4%
Calcium
25mg
2%
Iron
1mg
6%
Potassium
410mg
9%

* 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.

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