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SALSA VERDE LIME TACOS RECIPE

Yummy slow cooker chicken tacos made with salsa verde and lime!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time6 hours
Total Time6 hours 10 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Chicken Tacos, salsa verde, Salsa verde lime tacos, slow cooker salsa verde chicken
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 465kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Large Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

  • 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1½ cups salsa verde divided
  • 1 cup chunky salsa
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • 1 cup plain greek yogurt
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 (6 inch) whole wheat tortillas
  • ½ cilantro chopped (optional)
  • 1 avocado diced (optional)

Instructions

  • Add chicken, 1 cup salsa verde, salsa, and lime juice to a slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-6 hours.
  • Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, remaining 1/2 cup salsa verde, greek yogurt, salt and pepper for taste.
  • Evenly divide chicken mixture between tortillas and top with cilantro and avocado, if desired.

Notes

Nutrition information does not include optional toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 465kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 1431mg | Potassium: 668mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 622IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 228mg | Iron: 3mg