Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
24%
Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken
250 min.
6
293kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and hassle-free meal that caters to various dietary needs? Look no further than this Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken! Perfectly gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP, this dish is not only healthy but also bursting with flavor. Imagine coming home after a long day to the tantalizing aroma of tender, shredded chicken infused with zesty lime and fresh cilantro.

This recipe is a true lifesaver for busy weeknights, as it requires minimal prep time and lets your slow cooker do all the work. Simply combine a few key ingredients—salsa, taco seasoning, lime juice, and cilantro—then add the chicken and let it cook to perfection. In just a few hours, you’ll have a mouthwatering main dish that serves six, making it ideal for family dinners or meal prep for the week ahead.

With each bite, you’ll enjoy a delightful balance of protein and flavor, making it a satisfying choice for lunch or dinner. Whether you serve it over rice, in tacos, or alongside your favorite veggies, this Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. So grab your slow cooker and get ready to impress your taste buds with this easy and nutritious meal!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  •  juice of lime juiced
  • 16 ounce salsa 
  • pounds chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • 1.3 ounce taco seasoning dry

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Place the salsa, taco seasoning, lime juice, and cilantro into a slow cooker, and stir to combine.
  2. 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

Calories293kcal
Protein68.74%
Fat18.91%
Carbs12.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.33
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
23.854782456937%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.45mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:292.87kcal
14.64%
Fat:6.02g
9.26%
Saturated Fat:1.3g
8.14%
Carbohydrates:8.85g
2.95%
Net Carbohydrates:6.35g
2.31%
Sugar:4.07g
4.53%
Cholesterol:145.15mg
48.38%
Sodium:1235.71mg
53.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:49.26g
98.53%
Vitamin B3:24.51mg
122.55%
Selenium:73.26µg
104.66%
Vitamin B6:1.83mg
91.7%
Phosphorus:501.26mg
50.13%
Vitamin B5:3.39mg
33.92%
Potassium:1041.08mg
29.75%
Vitamin A:1000.96IU
20.02%
Magnesium:70.76mg
17.69%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.83%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.53%
Vitamin C:8.37mg
10.15%
Fiber:2.5g
9.99%
Zinc:1.47mg
9.81%
Vitamin E:1.37mg
9.13%
Iron:1.56mg
8.69%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.56%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.06%
Copper:0.11mg
5.61%
Vitamin K:4.28µg
4.07%
Calcium:33.34mg
3.33%
Folate:12.72µg
3.18%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
Source:Allrecipes