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Easy Chicken Tacos (Cilantro Lime)

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Coriander Lime Chicken Tacos

Cultural Context

Coriander Lime Chicken Tacos are a vibrant dish rooted in Mexican cuisine, often enjoyed as street food or at family gatherings. The combination of fresh coriander and zesty lime enhances the flavor of grilled chicken, making it a favorite for taco lovers. Today, these tacos have gained popularity worldwide, with many variations incorporating different toppings and salsas.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 chicken breasts
2 pounds chicken
2 limes
16-ounce jar of salsa
1/3 cup cilantro
1 packet taco seasoning

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Place 2 chicken breasts at the bottom of a slow cooker.

2

Cut 2 limes in half and squeeze the juice over the chicken.

3

Add 16 ounces of your favorite salsa on top of the chicken.

4

Sprinkle 1/3 cup of chopped cilantro over the salsa.

5

Add 1 packet of taco seasoning and mix well.

6

Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours.

7

Once cooked, shred the chicken and remove it from the juices.

8

Chop the chicken into pieces and split it into two batches.

9

Scoop about 3/4 cup of the remaining juice and pour it over the chicken.

10

Mix the chicken thoroughly with the juice and serve in tacos.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingslicing

Equipment Needed

slow cooker

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos
Local Name: tacos de pollo con cilantro y lima

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