Easy Mexican Chicken Bake
Looking for a quick and flavorful dinner idea? This Easy Mexican Chicken Bake combines tender, seasoned chicken breasts with vibrant salsa, hearty black beans, and sweet corn for a satisfying, one-dish meal bursting with Tex-Mex flair. Topped with gooey melted Mexican cheese and fresh cilantro, this recipe delivers bold, comforting flavors in just 10 minutes of prep time. Perfect for busy weeknights, this oven-baked dish is a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with rice, tortilla chips, or a simple side salad. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, it’s a must-try addition to your dinner routine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1.5 cups salsa
- 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup corn kernels (frozen or canned, drained)
- 1.5 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped, optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or oil.
Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish, leaving space between each piece.
Rub the taco seasoning evenly onto the chicken breasts on both sides.
Spread the salsa over the chicken, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
Sprinkle the black beans and corn evenly over and around the chicken in the dish.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese blend evenly over the top of the dish.
Return the dish to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3127 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 144.5 g | 185% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.7 g | 358% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 976 mg | 325% | |
| Sodium | 8649 mg | 376% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.1 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.2 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.8 g | ||
| Protein | 332.7 g | 665% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 2845 mg | 219% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 4185 mg | 89% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
