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

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

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