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5-Ingredients Delicious Chicken Salsa Recipe!

Chicken Salsa Recipe

Juicy chicken breasts baked in zesty salsa and topped with melted cheddar cheese. This one-dish Tex-Mex recipe is quick, flavorful, and satisfying — perfect for weeknights or easy entertaining.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, tex mex
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Calories: 287kcal
Author: Jacob Allen
Servings: 4

Equipment

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

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Season chicken breasts with taco seasoning on both sides.
    Season chicken breasts with taco seasoning on both sides.
  • Place them in a baking dish and pour salsa evenly over the top.
    Place them in a baking dish and pour salsa evenly over the top.
  • Bake uncovered for 25 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked.
    Bake uncovered for 25 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked.
  • Remove from the oven, sprinkle shredded cheddar over each piece.
  • Return to oven for 2–3 minutes until cheese is melted.
  • Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
  • Pair with Cilantro Lime Rice or a Strawberry Margarita for a complete meal.
    5-Ingredients Delicious Chicken Salsa Recipe!

Nutrition

Calories: 287kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 101mg | Sodium: 863mg | Potassium: 531mg | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 243mg | Iron: 1mg