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Chipotle Lime Chicken Tacos

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I have been craving tacos for days now ….. and I needed to get my “fix”. I wanted something a little more funky and spicy than our usual taco fare. Chipotle peppers and lime to the rescue! 

This is an easy meal because the slow cooker does all the works for you! Fix it and forget it! You could easily adapt it to the oven or stove top if you’d like.

What are you waiting for … ¡ándale! ¡ándale! ¡arriba! ¡arriba! … It’s time to make some tacos!

Chipotle Lime Chicken Tacos on plate with lime and Tapatio sauce.

Chipotle Lime Chicken Tacos

Chipotle Lime Chicken Tacos

Yield: 8 servings
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours

What are you waiting for ... ¡ándale! ¡ándale! ¡arriba! ¡arriba! ... It's time to make some tacos!

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 lime, zested and juiced
  • 2 chipotle chilies in adobo, finely minced (or more to taste)
  • 1 tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp. cumin
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp. onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp. oregano
  • 1/2 cup water

Additional ingredients

  • Tortillas, warmed
  • Lettuce, shredded
  • Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • Tomatoes, chopped
  • Sour cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place chicken in the bottom of a slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper. In a small bowl, combine the lime zest, juice, chipotle chilies, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano and water. Mix to combine. Pour over the top of the chicken. Cover and cook over LOW heat for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, or until chicken shreds easily with a fork.
  2. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred the meat. Add some of the sauce from the slow cooker for moisture.

To serve:

  1. Top tortillas with the chicken mixture. Then add desired toppings such as lettuce, cheese, tomatoes and sour cream.
Nutrition Information:

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 116Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gProtein: 20g

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  8. Sparkly H

    This one looks even more delicious than the last!! YUMMY Can't wait to try it! Thanks for sharing with Foodie Friends Friday! Zannie from mymixingspoon.com

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  14. Michelle

    Oh gosh. I thought the fiesta chicken and rice looked good. This speaks to me even more. Will have to put this on the menu very soon. Thank you for linking every week. I appreciate the support!

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  20. anyonita green

    🙂 Oh, those tacos! Mmmmmm! Thank you so much for linking up with me this week at Tasty Tuesdays! I’ve pinned this & shared it with my followers! Please be sure to stop back by tomorrow & link up your best “man food” recipes in honor of Father’s Day!

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Love Bakes Good Cakes delivers delicious and simple family-friendly meals. Find everything from healthier recipes to over the top desserts!