Easy Salsa Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinners with this irresistibly simple and flavorful **Easy Salsa Chicken** recipe! Featuring tender, seasoned chicken breasts smothered in vibrant salsa and topped with gooey, melted Mexican blend cheese, this one-dish wonder comes together in just 35 minutes from start to finish. With minimal prep and only a handful of pantry staples—like salsa, olive oil, and optional toppings such as cilantro or avocado—this dish delivers big on taste without the hassle. Perfect for busy evenings, this crowd-pleasing recipe pairs beautifully with rice, beans, or steamed veggies for a complete meal. Whether you're feeding the family or meal-prepping for the week, this **oven-baked salsa chicken** is a quick, hearty, and healthy dinner option that satisfies every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups salsa
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- optional toppings (e.g., chopped cilantro, diced avocado, sour cream)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a baking dish in a single layer.
Pour the salsa evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is fully coated.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded Mexican blend cheese evenly over the chicken, and bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Check that the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with optional toppings like chopped cilantro, diced avocado, or a dollop of sour cream for extra flavor.
Serve hot with a side of rice, beans, or steamed vegetables. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1852 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.1 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.3 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 692 mg | 231% | |
| Sodium | 6956 mg | 302% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.5 g | ||
| Protein | 247.3 g | 495% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1028 mg | 79% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 3218 mg | 68% | |
*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.
