Best Pressure Cooker Spicy Lime Chicken Recipes

SPICY LIME CHICKEN

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I've been turning this spicy lime chicken into tacos for years, but it was my son Austin who put it on cooked rice with all his favorite taco toppings. A family favorite was created out of leftovers! -Christine Hair, Odessa, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 3h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 4)
2 cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
Fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Combine broth, lime juice and chili powder; pour over chicken. Cook, covered, on low until chicken is tender, about 3 hours. , Remove chicken. When cool enough to handle, shred meat with 2 forks; return to slow cooker. Stir in lime zest. Serve with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PRESSURE-COOKER CILANTRO-LIME CHICKEN WITH SCOOPS

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I came up with this recipe when I was preparing for a large party and wanted a healthy Tex-Mex chicken appetizer. The dish can be made ahead of time, and leftovers make for a tasty next-day burrito filling. -Lori Terry, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 teaspoons chili powder
1-1/2 cups frozen petite corn (about 5 ounces), thawed
1-1/2 cups chunky salsa
1-1/2 cups finely shredded cheddar cheese
1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped
4 green onions, thinly sliced
Baked tortilla chip scoops
Minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

Place chicken in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker; add broth, lime juice and chili powder. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 7 minutes. Quick-release pressure. A thermometer inserted in chicken should read at least 165°. , Remove chicken; discard cooking juices. Shred chicken with 2 forks; return to pressure cooker. Select saute setting and adjust for low heat. Add corn and salsa; cook and stir until heated through, about 5 minutes. , Transfer to a large bowl; stir in cheese, red pepper and green onions. Serve with tortilla scoops; sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 202mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges