ZESTY MEXICAN CHICKEN

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A hint of lime juice helps tame the heat in this zesty, tender chicken with crunchy vegetables. And because it's all prepared in the slow cooker, you and your kitchen will stay cool, too! Michelle Sheldon - Middletown, DE

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 4-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray., In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, onion, green pepper, garlic, lime juice, pepper sauce, salt and pepper. Pour over chicken., Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until chicken is tender. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 257mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Nakitto Carol
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great. The sauce was a little too spicy for my taste, but I'll definitely be making this again with a milder salsa.


Krissann Forbes
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I'm not a big fan of Mexican food, but this recipe was delicious. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


larry gold
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The sauce is flavorful and tangy, and the chicken is tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Gyanprasad Gyanprasad
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


Fatima Ghandoura
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great. The sauce was a little too spicy for my taste, but I'll definitely be making this again with a milder salsa.


HR Hasibul Hossain
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I'm not a big fan of Mexican food, but this recipe was delicious. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


Tia Beach
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The sauce is flavorful and tangy, and the chicken is tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Bad Boys
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


Gary Tutunoa
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great. The sauce was a little too spicy for my taste, but I'll definitely be making this again with a milder salsa.


Momina Awan
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I'm a big fan of Mexican food, and this recipe did not disappoint. The chicken was perfectly cooked and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


langraw mro
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the chicken and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Flawless Bae
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce was delicious. I served it with rice and beans, and it was a perfect meal.


Umer Bhatti
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. I love serving it with rice and beans, or even just on its own.


Maria Lekalkuli
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This is my go-to recipe for chicken tacos. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and tangy. I love that I can make it in my slow cooker, so it's easy to have a delicious meal on busy weeknights.


Malusi Lungelo
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I'm not usually a fan of Mexican food, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Salmin_Swaggz
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I served it with rice and beans, and it was a perfect meal.


Alaibi Bosin
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was succulent and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. I'll definitely be making this again.


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