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Salsa Chicken Recipe
Salsa Chicken recipe delivers very easy and quick preparations shared years back that continue providing reliable, simple cooking solutions for busy families. This straightforward recipe proves that excellent results don't require complicated techniques or extensive ingredient lists. The simplicity makes authentic Mexican flavors accessible to novice cooks.
This salsa chicken recipe is very easy and quick! Someone gave me this recipe a few years back, and it has become a household favorite. Depending on your taste, you can use mild, medium, or hot salsa. I usually serve it with Spanish rice and Mexican-style canned corn.
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
4 teaspoons taco seasoning mix
1 cup salsa
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons sour cream (Optional)
Directions
Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Place chicken breasts in the prepared dish. Sprinkle seasoning mix on both sides of chicken breasts.
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Pour salsa on top.
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Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is tender and juicy and the juices run clear, 25 to 35 minutes.
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Sprinkle chicken evenly with cheese.
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Continue baking until cheese is melted and bubbly, 3 to 5 minutes more.
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Top with sour cream and serve.
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 287 | Calories |
| 12g | Fat |
| 7g | Carbs |
| 36g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 287 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 12g | 16% |
| Saturated Fat 7g | 37% |
| Cholesterol 101mg | 34% |
| Sodium 863mg | 38% |
| Total Carbohydrate 7g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 3g | |
| Protein 36g | 71% |
| Vitamin C 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium 243mg | 19% |
| Iron 1mg | 7% |
| Potassium 531mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
