Cilantro-Lime Chicken in the Slow Cooker
Cilantro-Lime Chicken in the Slow Cooker yields tender, juicy shreds infused with bright lime and fresh herbal notes, balanced by the smoky warmth of taco seasoning and salsa. It’s saucy and versatile—ideal for weeknight tacos, burrito bowls, or loaded nachos when you want bold flavor with minimal effort.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook4 hrs
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Cilantro-Lime Chicken in the Slow Cooker, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 12 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 41
- Heart Health
- 60
- Metabolic
- 20
- Digestive
- 40
- Inflammatory
- 59
- Performance
- 48
- General Wellness
- 1
Gather all ingredients.
- 2
In a slow cooker, stir together salsa, taco seasoning, lime juice, and cilantro until well mixed. Add chicken and spoon the salsa mixture over the top to coat.
- 3
Cover and cook until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, on Low for 6 to 8 hours or on High for 4 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 4
Shred the chicken in the crock with two forks, then stir it into the sauce.
- 5
Enjoy!
- Calories 167.85 kcal Moderate 8%
- Protein 27.04 g Good Source 54%
- Carbohydrate 6.06 g 2%
- Total Fat 3.73 g Low Source 5%
- Saturated Fat 0.26 g Low Source 1%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 72.89 mg High 24%
- Sodium 457.36 mg Moderate 20%
- Dietary Fiber 1.43 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 1.95 g --
- Added Sugars 1.27 g Low Source 3%
- Calcium 15.99 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 1.22 mg Low Source 7%
- Potassium 118.27 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 58.85 mcg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin C 7.25 mg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Tomatoes 🍅
About This Recipe
Cilantro Lime Chicken in the Slow Cooker is a Tex Mex dinner recipe made with 5 ingredients. It takes about 4 hrs 15 mins, serves 12, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chicken Breast, Fresh Cilantro, Lime, and Salsa. Each serving provides about 167.85 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cilantro-Lime Chicken in the Slow Cooker?
- It is a Tex-Mex recipe made with 5 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Cilantro-Lime Chicken in the Slow Cooker made of?
- The main ingredients are Chicken Breast, Fresh Cilantro, Lime, Salsa, Taco Seasoning. The full list of 5 is above.
- What goes well with Cilantro-Lime Chicken in the Slow Cooker?
- Explore these Tex-Mex side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Cilantro-Lime Chicken in the Slow Cooker?
- About 4 hrs 15 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 4 hrs to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 167.85 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cilantro-Lime Chicken in the Slow Cooker easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 5 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Cilantro-Lime Chicken in the Slow Cooker healthy?
- Cilantro-Lime Chicken in the Slow Cooker has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 167.85 calories and 27.04 g of protein, or 54% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 457.36 mg (20% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus and Tomatoes, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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