Say hello to your new favorite stress-free dinner: Speedy Salsa Chicken. This dish is so simple, it nearly cooks itself, and it's been a smash hit in our home for years. Whether you enjoy a gentle hum of heat or a blazing kick, just pick your favorite mild, medium, or hot salsa to decide the taste pace. We love serving it with Spanish rice and some Mexican-style corn to complete out the meal.
| Recipe Details | |
|---|---|
| Prep Time: | 5 mins |
| Cook Time: | 30 mins |
| Total Time: | 35 mins |
| Servings: | 4 |
What You'll Need
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
- 4 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
- 1 cup salsa (your preferred heat level)
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons sour cream (optional, but extremely recommended!)
Let's Cook!
Step 1
Prep: Gather all your ingredients. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Step 2
Season the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the prepared dish. Generously sprinkle taco seasoning on both sides of each breast.
Step 3
Salsa Time: Pour the salsa evenly over the chicken.
Step 4
Bake: Pop the dish into the preheated oven. Bake for 25 to 35 minutes, or until the chicken is tender, juicy, and its juices run clear when punctured.
Step 5
Cheese Please: Carefully remove the dish from the oven. Sprinkle the grated Cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken.
Step 6
Melt & Serve: Return the dish to the oven and continue baking for another 3 to 5 minutes, just until the cheese is properly melted and bubbling.
Step 7
Finishing Touch: If using, top with a dollop of sour cream before serving. Enjoy your wonderful and easy Salsa Chicken!
| Nutrition Snapshot (per serving) | |
|---|---|
| Calories: | 287 |
| Total Fat: | 12g (Saturated Fat: 7g) |
| Cholesterol: | 101mg |
| Sodium: | 863mg |
| Total Carbohydrate: | 7g (Fiber: 1g, Sugars: 3g) |
| Protein: | 36g |
| Vitamins & Minerals: |
Vitamin C: 3mg Calcium: 243mg Iron: 1mg Potassium: 531mg |
Tags: Asian, japanese,
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